Stevens Paper Co. Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Stevens Paper Co. Upper Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 81.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 165 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 78 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00075 |
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
GLEN MILL CONDIMINIUM ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stevens Paper Co. Upper Dam?
Stevens Paper Co. Upper 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. Upper Dam?
Stevens Paper Co. Upper Dam is owned by GLEN MILL CONDIMINIUM ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stevens Paper Co. Upper Dam built?
Stevens Paper Co. Upper Dam was completed in 1901, making it 125 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. Upper Dam?
Stevens Paper Co. Upper 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 Stevens Paper Co. Upper Dam?
Stevens Paper Co. Upper Dam has a dam height of 26 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. Upper Dam last inspected?
Stevens Paper Co. Upper Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.