Sealund Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Foundry Pond Dam Russell Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Sealund Reservoir Dam in Plymouth, Massachusetts, is a private dam regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
It stands at a height of 14.5 feet and serves as a recreational water source with a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet, primarily for activities such as fishing and boating. The dam, constructed with an earth core and buttress, holds back the waters of Smelt Brook and covers a surface area of 5 acres.
Despite its fair condition assessment, the dam poses a significant hazard potential, prompting inspections every five years to ensure public safety. The dam's spillway, an uncontrolled type, and its moderate risk assessment highlight the importance of ongoing risk management measures. As a popular recreational site in Kingston, the Sealund Reservoir Dam serves as a vital water resource for the local community, emphasizing the need for continued maintenance to prevent potential hazards and ensure its longevity as a sustainable water source for future generations.
Dam Length |
160 |
Dam Height |
14.5 |
River Or Stream |
SMELT BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
1.7 |
Nid Storage |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Sealund Reservoir Dam