Assawompset Pond Dam
Massachusetts — Plymouth County — Nemasket River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Plymouth |
| River | Nemasket River |
| Coordinates | 41.85223, -70.91879 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 2,850 ft |
| NID Storage | 62,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 62,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,600 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 6, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 10 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1894 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Taunton |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.