Lake Rohunta Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Rohunta Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 77.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 576 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 315 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00012 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PETER GERRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Rohunta Dam?
Lake Rohunta Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Rohunta Dam?
Lake Rohunta Dam is owned by PETER GERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Rohunta Dam built?
Lake Rohunta Dam was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Lake Rohunta Dam?
Lake Rohunta Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Rohunta Dam?
Lake Rohunta Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Lake Rohunta Dam last inspected?
Lake Rohunta Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.