Lower Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00243 |
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
DECEASED - MARION B. TOMPKINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Millpond Dam?
Lower Millpond 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 Millpond Dam?
Lower Millpond Dam is owned by DECEASED - MARION B. TOMPKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Millpond Dam built?
Lower Millpond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Lower Millpond Dam?
Lower Millpond 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 Lower Millpond Dam?
Lower Millpond 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 Lower Millpond Dam last inspected?
Lower Millpond Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.