War Memorial Park Dam
Key Takeaway
War Memorial Park 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 | 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 101 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 51 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02481 |
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
TOWN OF W. BRIDGEWATER, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of War Memorial Park Dam?
War Memorial Park 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 War Memorial Park Dam?
War Memorial Park Dam is owned by TOWN OF W. BRIDGEWATER, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was War Memorial Park Dam built?
War Memorial Park 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 War Memorial Park Dam?
War Memorial Park 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 War Memorial Park Dam?
War Memorial Park Dam 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 War Memorial Park Dam last inspected?
War Memorial Park Dam was last inspected on August 31, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.