Morey's Bridge Dam
Key Takeaway
Morey's Bridge Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 41 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00923 |
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
DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Morey's Bridge Dam?
Morey's Bridge 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 Morey's Bridge Dam?
Morey's Bridge Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morey's Bridge Dam built?
Morey's Bridge Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Morey's Bridge Dam?
Morey's Bridge Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morey's Bridge Dam?
Morey's Bridge 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 Morey's Bridge Dam last inspected?
Morey's Bridge Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.