Wright's Pond Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityMedford
River/StreamMystic River
Coordinates42.43908, -71.10136

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Length690 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage235 acre-ft
Max Storage235 acre-ft
Normal Storage170 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge31 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCity of Medford
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/20/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00454
Federal IDMA00454
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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