Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 72.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 1,275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00825 |
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
TOWN OF MILTON
Local Government
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High Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam?
Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control 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 Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam?
Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam is owned by TOWN OF MILTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam built?
Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam?
Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam?
Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam last inspected?
Pine Tree Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam was last inspected on November 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.