Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 69.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 398 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 106 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00689 |
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
DEXTER-RUSSELL, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam?
Russell Harrington Mill 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 Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam?
Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam is owned by DEXTER-RUSSELL, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam built?
Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam?
Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam?
Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Russell Harrington Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.