Fulling Mill Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Located in Hingham, Massachusetts, Fulling Mill Pond Dam stands as a critical structure for water supply in the area.


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Summary

This private-owned dam on Fulling Mill Brook is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, ensuring its compliance with state regulations. With a height of 8 feet and a hydraulic height of 6 feet, the dam serves a vital purpose in storing water, with a capacity of 55 acre-feet and a normal storage of 42 acre-feet.

Despite its significant hazard potential, Fulling Mill Pond Dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in June 2014. The dam, primarily made of earth with a buttress core type, spans 317 feet in length and covers a surface area of 13 acres. In the event of overflow, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway type. With a drainage area of 0.3 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Fulling Mill Pond Dam an intriguing structure with both historical and environmental significance.

Dam Length

317

Dam Height

8

River Or Stream

FULLING MILL BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

6

Drainage Area

0.3

Nid Storage

55

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

8
       
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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.