Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 81.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00607 |
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
DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam?
Lithia Springs Reservoir 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 Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam?
Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam built?
Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam?
Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam?
Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Lithia Springs Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.