Luther Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Luther Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 56.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00857 |
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
CITY OF ATTLEBORO, PUBLIC WORKS, HIGHWAY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Luther Reservoir Dam?
Luther Reservoir 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 Luther Reservoir Dam?
Luther Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF ATTLEBORO, PUBLIC WORKS, HIGHWAY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Luther Reservoir Dam?
Luther Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Luther Reservoir Dam?
Luther Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Luther Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Luther Reservoir Dam was last inspected on January 5, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.