Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1640 and is 386 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 1.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1640 (386 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01041 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TOWN OF SCITUATE, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS WATER DIVISION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam?
Old Oaken Bucket Pond 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 Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam?
Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF SCITUATE, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS WATER DIVISION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam built?
Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam was completed in 1640, making it 386 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam?
Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam?
Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam has a dam height of 6 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 Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam last inspected?
Old Oaken Bucket Pond Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.