Moorse Pond Dam

GRACE BROOK· Franklin, Massachusetts· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Moorse Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 6.7% in MA)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area39 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDMA00054

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 8, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

DAVID E. SHEPARDSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moorse Pond Dam?

Moorse 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 Moorse Pond Dam?

Moorse Pond Dam is owned by DAVID E. SHEPARDSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Moorse Pond Dam?

Moorse 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 Moorse Pond Dam?

Moorse Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Moorse Pond Dam last inspected?

Moorse Pond Dam was last inspected on October 8, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.