Forge Pond Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyPlymouth
Nearest CityE. Bridgewater
River/StreamMeadow Brook
Coordinates42.03662, -70.96179

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Length245 ft
Year Completed1726 (300 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage66 acre-ft
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge1,365 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of East Bridgewater
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/03/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00427
Federal IDMA00427
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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