Ponkapoag Pond Dam

Massachusetts — Norfolk County — Ponkapoag Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
RiverPonkapoag Brook
Coordinates42.19003, -71.10510

Physical Characteristics

NID Height7 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,300 ft
NID Storage1,653 acre-ft
Max Storage1,653 acre-ft
Surface Area285 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 2, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1930
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation

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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.

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