Whiting Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Whiting Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 519 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 433 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00859 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF N. ATTLEBORO, CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Local Government
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High Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Whiting Pond Dam?
Whiting Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Whiting Pond Dam?
Whiting Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF N. ATTLEBORO, CONSERVATION COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whiting Pond Dam built?
Whiting Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Whiting Pond Dam?
Whiting 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 Whiting Pond Dam?
Whiting 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 Whiting Pond Dam last inspected?
Whiting Pond Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.