Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106
Key Takeaway
Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106 is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00471 |
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
UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106?
Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106 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 Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106?
Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106 is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106 built?
Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106?
Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106?
Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106 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 Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106 last inspected?
Robbins Reservoir Dam At Rt. #106 was last inspected on May 25, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.