Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 6.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01157 |
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
WRENTHAM SPORTSMEN'S ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam?
Rabbitt Hill 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 Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam?
Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam is owned by WRENTHAM SPORTSMEN'S ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam built?
Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam?
Rabbitt Hill 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 Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam?
Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam last inspected?
Rabbitt Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on January 7, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.