Mahar Regional School Dam
Key Takeaway
Mahar Regional School Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01759 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RALPH C. MAHAR REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mahar Regional School Dam?
Mahar Regional School Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mahar Regional School Dam?
Mahar Regional School Dam is owned by RALPH C. MAHAR REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mahar Regional School Dam built?
Mahar Regional School Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Mahar Regional School Dam?
Mahar Regional School 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 Mahar Regional School Dam?
Mahar Regional School 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 Mahar Regional School Dam last inspected?
Mahar Regional School Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.