Schoolhouse Pond Dam in Sutton, Massachusetts, is a state-regulated structure owned by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Wind
Humidity
The dam, located on Singletary Brook, serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a primary purpose of supporting habitat for aquatic life. It is a Rockfill dam with a height of 7.75 feet and a storage capacity of 65.1 acre-feet.
Despite its important function, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor with a significant hazard potential. The last inspection in September 2017 revealed the need for improvements to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the structure. With a moderate risk assessment level, there is a call for enhanced risk management measures to address potential safety concerns and protect the surrounding environment from any adverse impacts. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Schoolhouse Pond Dam presents an opportunity for critical examination and potential enhancement to meet modern safety and ecological standards.
Dam Length |
315 |
Dam Height |
7.75 |
River Or Stream |
SINGLETARY BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
7.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
3 |
Drainage Area |
1.13 |
Nid Storage |
65.1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
Blackstone River
|
128cfs |
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|
3cfs |
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|
4cfs |
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|
1240cfs |
Quinsigamond River At North Grafton
|
16cfs |
French River At Webster
|
7cfs |