Hales Pond Dam

BUNGAY BROOK· Norfolk, Massachusetts· Masonry· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 69.5% in MA)
Dam TypeMasonry
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDMA03432

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: August 6, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

TOWN OF WRENTHAM

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hales Pond Dam?

Hales 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 Hales Pond Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Hales Pond Dam?

Hales 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 Hales Pond Dam?

Hales Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Hales Pond Dam last inspected?

Hales Pond Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2015. 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.