Meadowbrook Pond Dam dam
Meadowbrook Pond Dam
Meadowbrook Pond Dam, located in Norton, Massachusetts, is a private dam primarily used for recreational purposes. Constructed in 1966, this concrete dam stands at 7 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 6.5 feet and a length of 400 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 35 acre-feet, serving as a tranquil spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Meadowbrook Pond Dam is regulated by the state of Massachusetts, with inspections conducted regularly to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam poses a moderate risk (rated at 3) according to the risk assessment. The tributary of Three Mile River flows through this area, creating a serene environment for wildlife and visitors alike.
With its uncontrolled spillway type and a surface area of 12 acres, Meadowbrook Pond Dam offers a peaceful retreat for those interested in water resource management and climate conservation. Although it has not undergone significant modifications in recent years, the dam continues to be a vital part of the local ecosystem and serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and preserving our water resources for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Meadowbrook Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wading River Near Norton | 24 cfs | → |
| Threemile River At North Dighton | 63 cfs | → |
| Segreganset River Near Dighton | 4 cfs | → |
| Taunton River Near Bridgewater | 184 cfs | → |
| Blackstone R At Roosevelt St At Pawtucket Ri | 520 cfs | → |
| Ten Mile River At Pawtucket Ave @ E Providence | 49 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Meadowbrook Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Norton Reservoir Launch
- Lakeside Drive 62-136, Bridgewater
- Falls Pond
- Boat Ramp Road Dighton
- Beach Street Sharon
- Olney Pond
Track Meadowbrook Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Meadowbrook Pond Dam
Where does the data for Meadowbrook Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Meadowbrook Pond Dam.