Steadman Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Steadman Pond Dam, located in Monterey, Massachusetts, is a concrete structure completed in 1921 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 17 feet, with a hydraulic height of 14 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 36 acre-feet. The dam is situated on a tributary of Hop Brook, within the New England District, and is owned privately.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is marked as poor, indicating a need for maintenance or repairs. The last inspection in December 2015 revealed this assessment, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and upkeep. The risk assessment for Steadman Pond Dam is moderate, with a risk management plan yet to be specified. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate may find interest in the history and structural details of this recreational dam, as well as the ongoing efforts to ensure its safety and functionality.

Year Completed

1921

Dam Length

75

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY OF HOP BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

11.7

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

0.47

Nid Storage

90

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.