Mile Brook Dam
Key Takeaway
Mile Brook Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00277 |
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
MASSACHUSETTS AUDUBON SOCIETY, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mile Brook Dam?
Mile Brook 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 Mile Brook Dam?
Mile Brook Dam is owned by MASSACHUSETTS AUDUBON SOCIETY, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mile Brook Dam built?
Mile Brook Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Mile Brook Dam?
Mile Brook Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mile Brook Dam?
Mile Brook Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Mile Brook Dam last inspected?
Mile Brook Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.