Springfield Sportsman's Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Springfield Sportsman's Club 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 | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 134 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA01922 |
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
SPRINGFIELD SPORTMAN'S CLUB, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Springfield Sportsman's Club Dam?
Springfield Sportsman's Club 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 Springfield Sportsman's Club Dam?
Springfield Sportsman's Club Dam is owned by SPRINGFIELD SPORTMAN'S CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Springfield Sportsman's Club Dam?
Springfield Sportsman's Club 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 Springfield Sportsman's Club Dam?
Springfield Sportsman's Club Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Springfield Sportsman's Club Dam last inspected?
Springfield Sportsman's Club Dam was last inspected on April 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.