Spillway Dam At Neponset St.
Key Takeaway
Spillway Dam At Neponset St. is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 29 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA03106 |
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
MBTA - MA BAY TRANSIT AUTHORITY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spillway Dam At Neponset St.?
Spillway Dam At Neponset St. 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 Spillway Dam At Neponset St.?
Spillway Dam At Neponset St. is owned by MBTA - MA BAY TRANSIT AUTHORITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Spillway Dam At Neponset St.?
Spillway Dam At Neponset St. 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 Spillway Dam At Neponset St.?
Spillway Dam At Neponset St. has a dam height of 12 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 Spillway Dam At Neponset St. last inspected?
Spillway Dam At Neponset St. was last inspected on November 2, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.