Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4
Key Takeaway
Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4 is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 245 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA01289 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Attleboro, Water Dept
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4?
Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4?
Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4 is owned by City of Attleboro, Water Dept (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4?
Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4 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 Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4?
Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4 has a dam height of 15 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 Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4 last inspected?
Manchester Pond Reservoir East Dike Embkmt 3 and 4 was last inspected on November 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.