Wright Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Wright Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 203 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00411 |
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
UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wright Reservoir Dam?
Wright Reservoir 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 Wright Reservoir Dam?
Wright Reservoir Dam is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wright Reservoir Dam built?
Wright Reservoir Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Wright Reservoir Dam?
Wright Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wright Reservoir Dam?
Wright Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Wright Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Wright Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.