Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 82.9% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00196 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AUBURN WATER DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam?
Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam?
Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam is owned by AUBURN WATER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam?
Upper Stoneville Reservoir 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 Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam?
Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Stoneville Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Upper Stoneville Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.