Lower Spectacle Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Spectacle Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Max Storage | 928 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00290 |
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
DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Spectacle Pond Dam?
Lower Spectacle 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 Spectacle Pond Dam?
Lower Spectacle Pond Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lower Spectacle Pond Dam?
Lower Spectacle Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower Spectacle Pond Dam?
Lower Spectacle Pond 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 Spectacle Pond Dam last inspected?
Lower Spectacle Pond Dam was last inspected on March 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.