Crocker Fish Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Crocker Fish Pond Dam, located in Westminster, Massachusetts, is a state-regulated structure managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1900 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, this earth dam stands at a height of 11.9 feet with a hydraulic height of 8 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 28 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 0.02 acres, drawing from a drainage area of 0.73 square miles along Flag Brook.
Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam has not been inspected since October 2010, with an inspection frequency of 10 years. The risk assessment for Crocker Fish Pond Dam is moderate, indicating a potential need for updated emergency action plans and risk management measures. With its close proximity to the New England District of the USACE, stakeholders may consider additional safety measures to ensure the integrity and long-term sustainability of this vital water resource for fish and wildlife conservation in the region.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
110 |
Dam Height |
11.9 |
River Or Stream |
FLAG BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.02 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.73 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Crocker Fish Pond Dam