Bogastow Pond Dam

BOGASTOW BROOK· Norfolk, Massachusetts· Built 1900· Gravity· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bogastow Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in MA)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area24 sq mi
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)
NID IDMA00167

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 3, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

MARY CASSIDY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bogastow Pond Dam?

Bogastow Pond 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 Bogastow Pond Dam?

Bogastow Pond Dam is owned by MARY CASSIDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bogastow Pond Dam built?

Bogastow Pond 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 Bogastow Pond Dam?

Bogastow Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bogastow Pond Dam?

Bogastow Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Bogastow Pond Dam last inspected?

Bogastow Pond Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.