Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1892 and is 134 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 60.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 48 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1892 (134 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00575 |
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
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, BUILDINGS, AND RECREATION MANAGEMENT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Pond Dam?
Mill 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 Mill Pond Dam?
Mill Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF SPRINGFIELD, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, BUILDINGS, AND RECREATION MANAGEMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Pond Dam built?
Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1892, making it 134 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 Mill Pond Dam?
Mill Pond 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 Mill Pond Dam?
Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.