Longmeadow Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Longmeadow Country Club Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 63.9% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00544 |
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
LONGMEADOW COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Longmeadow Country Club Dam?
Longmeadow Country Club 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 Longmeadow Country Club Dam?
Longmeadow Country Club Dam is owned by LONGMEADOW COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Longmeadow Country Club Dam built?
Longmeadow Country Club Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Longmeadow Country Club Dam?
Longmeadow Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Longmeadow Country Club Dam?
Longmeadow Country Club Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Longmeadow Country Club Dam last inspected?
Longmeadow Country Club Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.