Town Farm Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Town Farm Pond Dam, located in Sutton, Massachusetts, is a gravity-type dam with a height of 10.6 feet and a hydraulic height of 7.7 feet.


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Summary

The dam, built for recreational purposes, impounds the Singletary Brook and has a storage capacity of 32 acre-feet. With a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 0.4 square miles, the dam plays a significant role in providing recreational opportunities while also managing water resources in the area.

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Town Farm Pond Dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and is classified as having a significant hazard potential. Despite this, the condition assessment in 2015 deemed it satisfactory, with a moderate risk rating of 3. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the risk management measures in place for the dam to prevent any potential emergencies and ensure the safety of the surrounding area.

As a key feature in the Worcester County landscape, Town Farm Pond Dam not only provides recreational activities but also serves as a vital water management structure for the Singletary Brook. With its moderate risk rating and satisfactory condition, it is crucial for authorities and stakeholders to continue monitoring and implementing risk management measures to safeguard the dam and the local community. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the resilience and maintenance of dams like Town Farm Pond Dam become even more critical in ensuring sustainable water management practices.

Dam Length

140

Dam Height

10.6

River Or Stream

SINGLETARY BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

7.7

Drainage Area

0.4

Nid Storage

32

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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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.