Stevens Pond West Dam
Key Takeaway
Stevens Pond West Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA03018 |
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
LISA M. CINELLA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stevens Pond West Dam?
Stevens Pond West 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 Pond West Dam?
Stevens Pond West Dam is owned by LISA M. CINELLA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stevens Pond West Dam built?
Stevens Pond West 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 Pond West Dam?
Stevens Pond West 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 Pond West Dam?
Stevens Pond West 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 Stevens Pond West Dam last inspected?
Stevens Pond West Dam was last inspected on April 6, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.