Sportsmans Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sportsmans Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1898 and is 128 years old. 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 | 213 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 465 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1898 (128 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00013 |
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
ATHOL SPORTSMANS CLUB, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sportsmans Pond Dam?
Sportsmans 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 Sportsmans Pond Dam?
Sportsmans Pond Dam is owned by ATHOL SPORTSMANS CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sportsmans Pond Dam built?
Sportsmans Pond Dam was completed in 1898, making it 128 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 Sportsmans Pond Dam?
Sportsmans 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 Sportsmans Pond Dam?
Sportsmans Pond Dam 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 Sportsmans Pond Dam last inspected?
Sportsmans Pond Dam was last inspected on November 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.