Marble Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Marble Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00008 |
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
MARBLE TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marble Pond Dam?
Marble 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 Marble Pond Dam?
Marble Pond Dam is owned by MARBLE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marble Pond Dam built?
Marble Pond Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Marble Pond Dam?
Marble Pond 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 Marble Pond Dam?
Marble Pond 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 Marble Pond Dam last inspected?
Marble Pond Dam was last inspected on November 13, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.