Tisdale Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Tisdale Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 133 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MA03049 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RIVERFRONT BUSINESS PARK LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tisdale Pond Dam?
Tisdale Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tisdale Pond Dam?
Tisdale Pond Dam is owned by RIVERFRONT BUSINESS PARK LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tisdale Pond Dam built?
Tisdale Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Tisdale Pond Dam?
Tisdale Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tisdale Pond Dam?
Tisdale Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Tisdale Pond Dam last inspected?
Tisdale Pond Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.