Whites Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Whites Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00504 |
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
BENJAMIN HOLMES & ELIZABETH DAVENPORT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whites Pond Dam?
Whites Pond 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 Whites Pond Dam?
Whites Pond Dam is owned by BENJAMIN HOLMES & ELIZABETH DAVENPORT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whites Pond Dam built?
Whites Pond Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Whites Pond Dam?
Whites 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 Whites Pond Dam?
Whites Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Whites Pond Dam last inspected?
Whites Pond Dam was last inspected on October 16, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.