Spindleville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Spindleville Pond Dam 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 | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00936 |
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
TOWN OF HOPEDALE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spindleville Pond Dam?
Spindleville 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 Spindleville Pond Dam?
Spindleville Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF HOPEDALE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Spindleville Pond Dam?
Spindleville 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 Spindleville Pond Dam?
Spindleville Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Spindleville Pond Dam last inspected?
Spindleville Pond Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.