Steadman Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Steadman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1921 and is 105 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 60.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1921 (105 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00248 |
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
BERKSHIRE NATURAL RESOURCES COUNCIL, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Steadman Pond Dam?
Steadman 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 Steadman Pond Dam?
Steadman Pond Dam is owned by BERKSHIRE NATURAL RESOURCES COUNCIL, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Steadman Pond Dam built?
Steadman Pond Dam was completed in 1921, making it 105 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 Steadman Pond Dam?
Steadman 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 Steadman Pond Dam?
Steadman Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Steadman Pond Dam last inspected?
Steadman Pond Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.