Sharkey Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sharkey Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 79.2% in MA) |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MA02629 |
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
THOMAS E. SHARKEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sharkey Pond Dam?
Sharkey 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 Sharkey Pond Dam?
Sharkey Pond Dam is owned by THOMAS E. SHARKEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sharkey Pond Dam?
Sharkey 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 Sharkey Pond Dam?
Sharkey Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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.