Bush Pond #2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Bush Pond #2 Dam, located in Norfolk, Massachusetts, is a private dam primarily used for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam, completed in 1900, stands at a height of 12 feet and has a hydraulic height of 10 feet, providing a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam poses a high risk due to its condition assessment being labeled as "Not Rated."

The dam, situated on Eagle Brook in Norfolk, is under state jurisdiction and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts. While the dam does not have a spillway, its buttress core type and unknown foundation design contribute to its structural integrity. With a drainage area of 2000 acres and a normal storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.

Although the dam has not been inspected recently, it has an established inspection frequency of 10 years. The lack of a current condition assessment and emergency action plan raises concerns about the potential risks associated with the dam. With Joseph P. Kennedy III representing the district, efforts may need to be made to ensure the safety and maintenance of Bush Pond #2 Dam for the surrounding community and the environment.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

EAGLE BROOK

Hydraulic Height

10

Drainage Area

2000

Nid Storage

75

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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.