North Watuppa Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
North Watuppa Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 12.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,750 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02410 |
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
CITY OF FALL RIVER, DEPT. OF COMMUNITY UTILITIES
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Watuppa Pond Dam?
North Watuppa Pond 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 North Watuppa Pond Dam?
North Watuppa Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF FALL RIVER, DEPT. OF COMMUNITY UTILITIES (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Watuppa Pond Dam built?
North Watuppa Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 North Watuppa Pond Dam?
North Watuppa Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is North Watuppa Pond Dam?
North Watuppa Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 North Watuppa Pond Dam last inspected?
North Watuppa Pond Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.