Middle Pond Dam #3
Key Takeaway
Middle Pond Dam #3 is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 285 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MA03089 |
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
DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Pond Dam #3?
Middle Pond Dam #3 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 Middle Pond Dam #3?
Middle Pond Dam #3 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 Middle Pond Dam #3 built?
Middle Pond Dam #3 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Middle Pond Dam #3?
Middle Pond Dam #3 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 Middle Pond Dam #3?
Middle Pond Dam #3 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 Middle Pond Dam #3 last inspected?
Middle Pond Dam #3 was last inspected on February 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.