Upper Leach Pond Dike #1
Key Takeaway
Upper Leach Pond Dike #1 is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MA03269 |
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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Significant Hazard 7 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Leach Pond Dike #1?
Upper Leach Pond Dike #1 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 Upper Leach Pond Dike #1?
Upper Leach Pond Dike #1 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 Upper Leach Pond Dike #1 built?
Upper Leach Pond Dike #1 was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Upper Leach Pond Dike #1?
Upper Leach Pond Dike #1 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 Upper Leach Pond Dike #1?
Upper Leach Pond Dike #1 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 Upper Leach Pond Dike #1 last inspected?
Upper Leach Pond Dike #1 was last inspected on May 7, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.