Rocky Hill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rocky Hill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 81.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00495 |
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
ICE POND HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rocky Hill Pond Dam?
Rocky 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 Rocky Hill Pond Dam?
Rocky Hill Pond Dam is owned by ICE POND HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rocky Hill Pond Dam built?
Rocky Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Rocky Hill Pond Dam?
Rocky Hill Pond 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 Rocky Hill Pond Dam?
Rocky Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Rocky Hill Pond Dam last inspected?
Rocky Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.