Colburn St. Dam

MOTHER BROOK· Norfolk, Massachusetts· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Colburn St. Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA)
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMA02571

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: January 26, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

TOWN OF DEDHAM

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Colburn St. Dam?

Colburn St. 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 Colburn St. Dam?

Colburn St. Dam is owned by TOWN OF DEDHAM (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Colburn St. Dam?

Colburn St. 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 Colburn St. Dam?

Colburn St. Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Colburn St. Dam last inspected?

Colburn St. Dam was last inspected on January 26, 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.