Naultaug Brook Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Naultaug Brook Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 63.9% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00904 |
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
JJC MATERIALS, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Naultaug Brook Pond Dam?
Naultaug Brook 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 Naultaug Brook Pond Dam?
Naultaug Brook Pond Dam is owned by JJC MATERIALS, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Naultaug Brook Pond Dam?
Naultaug Brook 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 Naultaug Brook Pond Dam?
Naultaug Brook Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Naultaug Brook Pond Dam last inspected?
Naultaug Brook Pond Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.