Glue Factory Pond West Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Maple Street Dam Beaumont Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Located in Foxborough, Massachusetts, Glue Factory Pond West Dam serves as a vital structure along the Rumford River for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a concrete core and buttress design, this dam stands at a height of 10 feet and a hydraulic height of 7 feet, boasting a storage capacity of 45 acre-feet. Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam is under state regulation by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement measures are in place.
The dam, completed at an unknown date, spans a length of 200 feet and covers a surface area of 7.9 acres within its drainage area of 6.29 square miles. Although the spillway is uncontrolled, the dam's normal storage capacity of 35 acre-feet provides ample water resources for recreational activities. However, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards and ensure public safety.
Maintaining a close watch on the condition of Glue Factory Pond West Dam is essential, given its location within a densely populated area. As the primary source of recreation for the community, the dam's structural integrity and risk management strategies must be continuously monitored to prevent any potential disasters. With the support and oversight of state regulatory agencies, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for both residents and visitors, highlighting the importance of sustainable management practices in safeguarding our natural environment.
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
RUMFORD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
7.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
6.29 |
Nid Storage |
45 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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Camp Christina Entrance
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Missionary Point
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YMCA Camp
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Ponkapoag Camp of Appalachian Mountain Club
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Spang Camp Site
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Glue Factory Pond West Dam
Norton Reservoir Launch