Kelleher Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Reed Mill Pond Dam Silver Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Kelleher Dam, located in Kingston, Massachusetts, was completed in 1945 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 18 feet with a hydraulic height of 15 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Pine Brook, within the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation in the state of Massachusetts.
Despite its low hazard potential, Kelleher Dam is rated as having a poor condition as of the last inspection in 2009. The dam is categorized as having a moderate risk level, with an inspection frequency of every 10 years. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the dam's surface area covers 0.03 square miles with a drainage area of 3.3 square miles.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the Kelleher Dam would find it intriguing due to its historical significance and recreational purpose. However, concerns about the dam's maintenance and risk assessment may prompt further investigation into potential management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality for both the community and surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
PINE BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.03 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
3.3 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Kelleher Dam