Pine Brook Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Brook Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00617 |
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
SOUTH BARRE ROD AND GUN CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Brook Dam?
Pine Brook 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 Pine Brook Dam?
Pine Brook Dam is owned by SOUTH BARRE ROD AND GUN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Brook Dam built?
Pine Brook Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Pine Brook Dam?
Pine Brook 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 Pine Brook Dam?
Pine Brook Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Pine Brook Dam last inspected?
Pine Brook Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.