Mcleod Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcleod Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00046 |
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
DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mcleod Pond Dam?
Mcleod 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 Mcleod Pond Dam?
Mcleod Pond Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcleod Pond Dam built?
Mcleod Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Mcleod Pond Dam?
Mcleod Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcleod Pond Dam?
Mcleod Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Mcleod Pond Dam last inspected?
Mcleod Pond Dam was last inspected on May 26, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.