Orrs Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Orrs Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 63.9% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01169 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF ATTLEBORO, PUBLIC WORKS, HIGHWAY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Orrs Pond Dam?
Orrs Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Orrs Pond Dam?
Orrs Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF ATTLEBORO, PUBLIC WORKS, HIGHWAY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Orrs Pond Dam built?
Orrs Pond Dam was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Orrs Pond Dam?
Orrs Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Orrs Pond Dam?
Orrs 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 Orrs Pond Dam last inspected?
Orrs Pond Dam was last inspected on January 5, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.