Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02596 |
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
MOUNT PLEASANT COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam?
Mt. Pleasant 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 Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam?
Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam is owned by MOUNT PLEASANT COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam built?
Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam?
Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam?
Mt. Pleasant Pond 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 Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam last inspected?
Mt. Pleasant Pond Dam was last inspected on March 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.