Hager Pond Dam, located in Marlborough, Massachusetts, is a private dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
Wind
Humidity
This Earth dam, with a height of 13 feet and a hydraulic height of 7.5 feet, controls the flow of Hop Brook and creates a picturesque surface area of 50 acres. Despite its recreational benefits, the dam has a high hazard potential and an unsatisfactory condition assessment, prompting a biennial inspection frequency.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts, Hager Pond Dam poses a moderate risk level (3) and lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) meeting current guidelines. With a normal storage capacity of 250 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 600 acre-feet, the dam's structural integrity and safety measures are continuously monitored to ensure public safety. The dam's location in Middlesex County adds to its significance as a water resource and climate enthusiasts' focal point for conservation efforts and risk management strategies.
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
HOP BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.5 |
Drainage Area |
1.79 |
Nid Storage |
600 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |