Stevens Swamp Dam

TRIBUTARY OF MILL BROOK· Franklin, Massachusetts· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Stevens Swamp Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA)
Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage126 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMA03215

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 15, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stevens Swamp Dam?

Stevens Swamp 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 Swamp Dam?

Stevens Swamp Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stevens Swamp Dam?

Stevens Swamp Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stevens Swamp Dam?

Stevens Swamp 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 Stevens Swamp Dam last inspected?

Stevens Swamp Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.