Lower Flint Pond Dam

DUNSTABLE BROOK· Middlesex, Massachusetts· Concrete· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Lower Flint Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 84.2% in MA)
Dam Length70 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
NID IDMA02505

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 14, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

DFG - DEPT. OF FISH AND GAME

State Government

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Ayers Pond Dam

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Fletcher Pond Dam

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Significant Hazard 24 ft

Nabnasset Pond Dam

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Significant Hazard 14 ft

Freeman Lake Dam

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Woodwards Mill Dam

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Stony Brook Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Flint Pond Dam?

Lower Flint Pond 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 Lower Flint Pond Dam?

Lower Flint Pond Dam is owned by DFG - DEPT. OF FISH AND GAME (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lower Flint Pond Dam?

Lower Flint Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lower Flint Pond Dam?

Lower Flint Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Lower Flint Pond Dam last inspected?

Lower Flint Pond Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.