Milford Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Milford Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 210 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00797 |
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 SWANSEA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Milford Pond Dam?
Milford 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 Milford Pond Dam?
Milford Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF SWANSEA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Milford Pond Dam built?
Milford Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Milford Pond Dam?
Milford Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Milford Pond Dam?
Milford Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Milford Pond Dam last inspected?
Milford Pond Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.