Stringer Dam
Key Takeaway
Stringer Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 6.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 346 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 470 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02522 |
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
DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stringer Dam?
Stringer 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 Stringer Dam?
Stringer Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stringer Dam built?
Stringer 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 Stringer Dam?
Stringer 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 Stringer Dam?
Stringer Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Stringer Dam last inspected?
Stringer Dam was last inspected on February 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.