Winnetuxet Road Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Winnetuxet Road 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 | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA02465 |
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 PLYMPTON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Winnetuxet Road Pond Dam?
Winnetuxet Road 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 Winnetuxet Road Pond Dam?
Winnetuxet Road Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF PLYMPTON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Winnetuxet Road Pond Dam?
Winnetuxet Road 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 Winnetuxet Road Pond Dam?
Winnetuxet Road Pond 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 Winnetuxet Road Pond Dam last inspected?
Winnetuxet Road Pond Dam was last inspected on September 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.