Bound Brook Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bound Brook 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 | 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00434 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TOWN OF NORWELL, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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Significant Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bound Brook Pond Dam?
Bound Brook 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 Bound Brook Pond Dam?
Bound Brook Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF NORWELL, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bound Brook Pond Dam built?
Bound Brook 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 Bound Brook Pond Dam?
Bound Brook 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 Bound Brook Pond Dam?
Bound Brook Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Bound Brook Pond Dam last inspected?
Bound Brook Pond Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.