Parkers Forge Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Parkers Forge 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 | 8 ft (taller than 6.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 198 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA02196 |
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
AMY LAUREN CAHN & NATALIE C. COSTA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parkers Forge Pond Dam?
Parkers Forge 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 Parkers Forge Pond Dam?
Parkers Forge Pond Dam is owned by AMY LAUREN CAHN & NATALIE C. COSTA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Parkers Forge Pond Dam?
Parkers Forge 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 Parkers Forge Pond Dam?
Parkers Forge Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Parkers Forge Pond Dam last inspected?
Parkers Forge Pond Dam was last inspected on March 22, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.