Meadowbrook Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Meadowbrook Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00174 |
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
SHARLENE WIDAK-SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meadowbrook Pond Dam?
Meadowbrook 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 Meadowbrook Pond Dam?
Meadowbrook Pond Dam is owned by SHARLENE WIDAK-SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meadowbrook Pond Dam built?
Meadowbrook Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Meadowbrook Pond Dam?
Meadowbrook 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 Meadowbrook Pond Dam?
Meadowbrook Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Meadowbrook Pond Dam last inspected?
Meadowbrook Pond Dam was last inspected on May 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.