Whitney Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitney Pond 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 | 18 ft (taller than 63.9% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA01671 |
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 ASHBURNHAM, WATER DEPARTMENT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whitney Pond Dam?
Whitney Pond 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 Whitney Pond Dam?
Whitney Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF ASHBURNHAM, WATER DEPARTMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Whitney Pond Dam?
Whitney 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 Whitney Pond Dam?
Whitney Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Whitney Pond Dam last inspected?
Whitney Pond Dam was last inspected on January 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.