Pleasant Falls Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Pleasant Falls Mill 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 | 22 ft (taller than 73.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 81 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA02890 |
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
BLACKSTONE RIVER CORPORATION, TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pleasant Falls Mill Pond Dam?
Pleasant Falls Mill 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 Pleasant Falls Mill Pond Dam?
Pleasant Falls Mill Pond Dam is owned by BLACKSTONE RIVER CORPORATION, TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pleasant Falls Mill Pond Dam?
Pleasant Falls Mill 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 Pleasant Falls Mill Pond Dam?
Pleasant Falls Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Pleasant Falls Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Pleasant Falls Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.