Monument Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Monument Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 113 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00801 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mark O. Eisenberg, Jana L. Eisenberg, and Todd L. Eisenberg;Olivia J. Fournier
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Monument Pond Dam?
Monument Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Monument Pond Dam?
Monument Pond Dam is owned by Mark O. Eisenberg, Jana L. Eisenberg, and Todd L. Eisenberg;Olivia J. Fournier (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monument Pond Dam built?
Monument 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 Monument Pond Dam?
Monument Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Monument Pond Dam?
Monument Pond 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 Monument Pond Dam last inspected?
Monument Pond Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.