Kendall Company No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Kendall Company No 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1831 and is 195 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 79.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 85 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1831 (195 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00047 |
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
BARNHARDT MANUFACTURING COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kendall Company No 1 Dam?
Kendall Company No 1 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 Kendall Company No 1 Dam?
Kendall Company No 1 Dam is owned by BARNHARDT MANUFACTURING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kendall Company No 1 Dam built?
Kendall Company No 1 Dam was completed in 1831, making it 195 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Kendall Company No 1 Dam?
Kendall Company No 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kendall Company No 1 Dam?
Kendall Company No 1 Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Kendall Company No 1 Dam last inspected?
Kendall Company No 1 Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.