Putnam Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Putnam Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00102 |
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
THE BARTON CENTER FOR DIABETES EDUCATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Putnam Pond Dam?
Putnam Pond 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 Putnam Pond Dam?
Putnam Pond Dam is owned by THE BARTON CENTER FOR DIABETES EDUCATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Putnam Pond Dam built?
Putnam Pond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Putnam Pond Dam?
Putnam 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 Putnam Pond Dam?
Putnam Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Putnam Pond Dam last inspected?
Putnam Pond Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.