Cook Pond Dam

UNNAMED· Bristol, Massachusetts· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage400 acre-ft
Surface Area155 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMA03047

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 25, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

CITY OF FALL RIVER

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cook Pond Dam?

Cook 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 Cook Pond Dam?

Cook Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF FALL RIVER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cook Pond Dam?

Cook 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 Cook Pond Dam?

Cook Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Cook Pond Dam last inspected?

Cook Pond Dam was last inspected on May 25, 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.