Sudbury River Dam
Key Takeaway
Sudbury River 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 | 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 33 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01106 |
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
TOWN OF ASHLAND
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sudbury River Dam?
Sudbury River 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 Sudbury River Dam?
Sudbury River Dam is owned by TOWN OF ASHLAND (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sudbury River Dam built?
Sudbury River 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 Sudbury River Dam?
Sudbury River 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 Sudbury River Dam?
Sudbury River Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Sudbury River Dam last inspected?
Sudbury River Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.