Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike
Key Takeaway
Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00894 |
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
WHITINSVILLE WATER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike?
Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike 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 Meadow Pond Dam/Dike?
Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike is owned by WHITINSVILLE WATER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike built?
Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Meadow Pond Dam/Dike?
Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike?
Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike has a dam height of 15 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 Meadow Pond Dam/Dike last inspected?
Upper Meadow Pond Dam/Dike was last inspected on March 12, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.