Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 86.6% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 83 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00074 |
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
THE MILL AT CRANE POND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam?
Stevens Paper Co. Lower 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 Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam?
Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam is owned by THE MILL AT CRANE POND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam built?
Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam?
Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam?
Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam last inspected?
Stevens Paper Co. Lower Dam was last inspected on July 9, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.