Packard Pond Dam, located in Orange, Massachusetts, is a privately-owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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This earth-type dam, with a height of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 15 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 1250 acre-feet. The dam, constructed on a tributary of the West Branch Tully River, covers a surface area of 43.5 acres and has a drainage area of 0.24 square miles.
Although Packard Pond Dam has a fair condition assessment and a significant hazard potential, its risk level is considered moderate. The dam, with a length of 95 feet, is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has a normal storage capacity of 860 acre-feet. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in December 2017, and it is subject to regular inspections every 5 years. Despite its potential risks, Packard Pond Dam remains a vital recreational resource in the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts alike with its picturesque setting and natural surroundings.
Dam Length |
95 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY OF WEST BRANCH TULLY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
43.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.24 |
Nid Storage |
1250 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Tully Lake
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Falls Brook Shelter
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North Dennison Camping Area
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East Dennison Camping Area
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Lake Dennison State Park
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Beaman Pond Campground
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