Bulloughs Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY OF CHARLES RIVER· Middlesex, Massachusetts· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Bulloughs Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA)
Max Storage31 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
NID IDMA03414

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 7, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

CITY OF NEWTON, OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bulloughs Pond Dam?

Bulloughs Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bulloughs Pond Dam?

Bulloughs Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF NEWTON, OFFICE OF THE MAYOR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Bulloughs Pond Dam?

Bulloughs Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Bulloughs Pond Dam last inspected?

Bulloughs Pond Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2018. 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.