Rail Road Pond Dam, located in Charleton, Massachusetts, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Wind
Humidity
The dam, classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 10 feet and has a hydraulic height of 5 feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, providing a surface area of 6.9 acres and a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet.
Despite its recreational use, the dam poses a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment. The last inspection in January 2016 revealed its poor state, prompting a moderate risk assessment. With a history of moderate risk management measures, the dam requires regular inspections every 5 years to ensure the safety of the surrounding area, including the unnamed brook that flows into Cady Brook. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change should monitor the ongoing maintenance and risk assessment of Rail Road Pond Dam to protect the local ecosystem and community.
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED BROOK, TRIBUTARY TO CADY BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.57 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |