Wampatuck Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wampatuck Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1695 and is 331 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 705 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 115 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1695 (331 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00390 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wampatuck Pond Dam?
Wampatuck Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wampatuck Pond Dam?
Wampatuck Pond Dam is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wampatuck Pond Dam built?
Wampatuck Pond Dam was completed in 1695, making it 331 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 Wampatuck Pond Dam?
Wampatuck 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 Wampatuck Pond Dam?
Wampatuck Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Wampatuck Pond Dam last inspected?
Wampatuck Pond Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.