Shaker Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Shaker Mill Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 63.9% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 466 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 33 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00732 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF W. STOCKBRIDGE, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shaker Mill Pond Dam?
Shaker Mill Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Shaker Mill Pond Dam?
Shaker Mill Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF W. STOCKBRIDGE, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shaker Mill Pond Dam built?
Shaker Mill Pond Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Shaker Mill Pond Dam?
Shaker Mill 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 Shaker Mill Pond Dam?
Shaker Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Shaker Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Shaker Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.