Lowe Pond Outlet Dam
Key Takeaway
Lowe Pond Outlet Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00160 |
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
ROBERT MOREHOUSE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lowe Pond Outlet Dam?
Lowe Pond Outlet 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 Lowe Pond Outlet Dam?
Lowe Pond Outlet Dam is owned by ROBERT MOREHOUSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lowe Pond Outlet Dam built?
Lowe Pond Outlet Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lowe Pond Outlet Dam?
Lowe Pond Outlet 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 Lowe Pond Outlet Dam?
Lowe Pond Outlet Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Lowe Pond Outlet Dam last inspected?
Lowe Pond Outlet Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.