Manchester Pond Reservoir South Dike
Key Takeaway
Manchester Pond Reservoir South Dike 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 | 16 ft (taller than 56.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 915 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 | MA01288 |
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 South Dike?
Manchester Pond Reservoir South Dike 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 South Dike?
Manchester Pond Reservoir South Dike 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 South Dike?
Manchester Pond Reservoir South Dike 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 South Dike?
Manchester Pond Reservoir South Dike 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 Manchester Pond Reservoir South Dike last inspected?
Manchester Pond Reservoir South Dike was last inspected on November 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.