Little Nugget Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Nugget Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00103 |
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
TOWN OF CHARLTON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Nugget Lake Dam?
Little Nugget Lake 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 Little Nugget Lake Dam?
Little Nugget Lake Dam is owned by TOWN OF CHARLTON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Nugget Lake Dam built?
Little Nugget Lake Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Little Nugget Lake Dam?
Little Nugget Lake 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 Little Nugget Lake Dam?
Little Nugget Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Little Nugget Lake Dam last inspected?
Little Nugget Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.