Weston's Dam
Key Takeaway
Weston's Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 20 ft |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02948 |
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 HOLLISTON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Weston's Dam?
Weston's 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 Weston's Dam?
Weston's Dam is owned by TOWN OF HOLLISTON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weston's Dam built?
Weston's Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Weston's Dam?
Weston's 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 Weston's Dam?
Weston's Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Weston's Dam last inspected?
Weston's Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.