Quenneville Dam
Key Takeaway
Quenneville Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 56.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00492 |
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
RICHARD J NIEDBALA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Quenneville Dam?
Quenneville 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 Quenneville Dam?
Quenneville Dam is owned by RICHARD J NIEDBALA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Quenneville Dam built?
Quenneville 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 Quenneville Dam?
Quenneville Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Quenneville Dam?
Quenneville 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 Quenneville Dam last inspected?
Quenneville Dam was last inspected on July 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.