Hopedale Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hopedale Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 67.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 990 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00624 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HOPEDALE PROPERTIES, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hopedale Pond Dam?
Hopedale Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hopedale Pond Dam?
Hopedale Pond Dam is owned by HOPEDALE PROPERTIES, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hopedale Pond Dam?
Hopedale Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hopedale Pond Dam?
Hopedale Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Hopedale Pond Dam last inspected?
Hopedale Pond Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.