Ridgley Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Ridgley 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 | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA01245 |
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
RIDGELY COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ridgley Pond Dam?
Ridgley 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 Ridgley Pond Dam?
Ridgley Pond Dam is owned by RIDGELY COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ridgley Pond Dam?
Ridgley 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 Ridgley Pond Dam?
Ridgley 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 Ridgley Pond Dam last inspected?
Ridgley Pond Dam was last inspected on October 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.