Streeter Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Streeter Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 178 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1,500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00678 |
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
DAVID & JEAN PARENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Streeter Pond Dam?
Streeter 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 Streeter Pond Dam?
Streeter Pond Dam is owned by DAVID & JEAN PARENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Streeter Pond Dam built?
Streeter Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Streeter Pond Dam?
Streeter Pond 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 Streeter Pond Dam?
Streeter Pond 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.