Thirty Acre Pond Dam, located in Brockton, Massachusetts, is a gravity dam completed in 1936 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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The dam, standing at a height of 13 feet and with a hydraulic height of 11 feet, helps control water flow from the Salisbury Brook and Salisbury Plain River. It has a storage capacity of 230 acre-feet and a drainage area of 4.36 square miles, providing crucial flood protection for the surrounding area.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of December 2017 was rated as fair. The Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts regulates the dam and conducts regular inspections to ensure its safety. The dam also serves recreational purposes, with a surface area of 1.6 acres, making it a significant water resource for the community. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate can appreciate the vital role Thirty Acre Pond Dam plays in flood risk management and water conservation in the region.
Year Completed |
1936 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
SALISBURY BROOK AND SALISBURY PLAIN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
1.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
4.36 |
Nid Storage |
230 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Christina Entrance
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Missionary Point
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Ponkapoag Camp of Appalachian Mountain Club
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Spang Camp Site
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YMCA Camp
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