Parker River Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Parker River Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00241 |
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
BYFIELD WATER DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Parker River Dam #1?
Parker River Dam #1 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 Parker River Dam #1?
Parker River Dam #1 is owned by BYFIELD WATER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parker River Dam #1 built?
Parker River Dam #1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Parker River Dam #1?
Parker River Dam #1 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 Parker River Dam #1?
Parker River Dam #1 has a dam height of 9 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 Parker River Dam #1 last inspected?
Parker River Dam #1 was last inspected on August 5, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.