Towne Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Towne Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01202 |
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
ESSEX COUNTY GREENBELT ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Towne Pond Dam?
Towne 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 Towne Pond Dam?
Towne Pond Dam is owned by ESSEX COUNTY GREENBELT ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Towne Pond Dam built?
Towne Pond Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Towne Pond Dam?
Towne Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Towne Pond Dam?
Towne Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Towne Pond Dam last inspected?
Towne Pond Dam was last inspected on October 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.