Medway Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Medway Park Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | MA03119 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF MEDWAY, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICES
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Medway Park Dam?
Medway Park Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Medway Park Dam?
Medway Park Dam is owned by TOWN OF MEDWAY, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICES (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Medway Park Dam built?
Medway Park Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Medway Park Dam?
Medway Park 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 Medway Park Dam?
Medway Park Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Medway Park Dam last inspected?
Medway Park Dam was last inspected on September 24, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.