Straits Pond Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
Nearest CityHingham; Hull; Cohasset
River/StreamTributary of Weir River
Coordinates42.26048, -70.84451

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height12 ft
Dam Length80 ft
Year Completed1908 (118 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage950 acre-ft
Max Storage950 acre-ft
Normal Storage302 acre-ft
Surface Area97 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge723 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerTown of Cohasset;Town of Hingham;Town of Hull
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/19/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA01101
Federal IDMA01101
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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