Hewitt Pond Dam

Bristol, Massachusetts· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
NID IDMA03075

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: June 23, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

TOWN OF RAYNHAM, BOARD OF SELECTMEN

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hewitt Pond Dam?

Hewitt 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 Hewitt Pond Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Hewitt Pond Dam?

Hewitt 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 Hewitt Pond Dam?

Hewitt Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Hewitt Pond Dam last inspected?

Hewitt Pond Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2011. 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.