Pelton Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Pelton Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 56.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00303 |
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
ROGER BALL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pelton Reservoir Dam?
Pelton Reservoir 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 Pelton Reservoir Dam?
Pelton Reservoir Dam is owned by ROGER BALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pelton Reservoir Dam built?
Pelton Reservoir Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Pelton Reservoir Dam?
Pelton Reservoir 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 Pelton Reservoir Dam?
Pelton Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Pelton Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Pelton Reservoir Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.