Shovelshop Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Shovelshop Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01075 |
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
TOWN OF EASTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shovelshop Pond Dam?
Shovelshop 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 Shovelshop Pond Dam?
Shovelshop Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF EASTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shovelshop Pond Dam built?
Shovelshop Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Shovelshop Pond Dam?
Shovelshop 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 Shovelshop Pond Dam?
Shovelshop Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Shovelshop Pond Dam last inspected?
Shovelshop Pond Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.