Morses Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Morses Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 57 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA01120 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF WELLESLEY, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Morses Pond Dam?
Morses Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Morses Pond Dam?
Morses Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF WELLESLEY, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Morses Pond Dam?
Morses Pond 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 Morses Pond Dam?
Morses Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Morses Pond Dam last inspected?
Morses Pond Dam was last inspected on December 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.