Waban Hill Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Waban Hill Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 77.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01111 |
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
CITY OF NEWTON, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Waban Hill Reservoir Dam?
Waban Hill Reservoir 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 Waban Hill Reservoir Dam?
Waban Hill Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF NEWTON, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waban Hill Reservoir Dam built?
Waban Hill Reservoir Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Waban Hill Reservoir Dam?
Waban Hill Reservoir Dam 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 Waban Hill Reservoir Dam?
Waban Hill Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Waban Hill Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Waban Hill Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.