West Street Dam
Key Takeaway
West Street Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. 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 | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA02419 |
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
TOWN OF FOXBOROUGH, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Street Dam?
West Street 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 West Street Dam?
West Street Dam is owned by TOWN OF FOXBOROUGH, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of West Street Dam?
West Street 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 West Street Dam?
West Street 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 West Street Dam last inspected?
West Street Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.