Cogan Pond Dam

COLD SPRING BROOK· Worcester, Massachusetts· Other· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cogan Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 79.2% in MA)
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDMA03337

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: November 20, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

PLEASANT VALLEY CC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cogan Pond Dam?

Cogan 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 Cogan Pond Dam?

Cogan Pond Dam is owned by PLEASANT VALLEY CC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cogan Pond Dam?

Cogan 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 Cogan Pond Dam?

Cogan Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Cogan Pond Dam last inspected?

Cogan Pond Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2007. 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.