Middle Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Middle Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA) |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MA02011 |
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
TOWN OF STURBRIDGE, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Pond Dam?
Middle 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 Middle Pond Dam?
Middle Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF STURBRIDGE, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Middle Pond Dam?
Middle Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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.