Stevens Pond East Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Located in Saugus, Massachusetts, the Stevens Pond East Dam is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Completed in 1995, this dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a hydraulic height of 8 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 45 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 30 acre-feet, serving as a key feature for recreational activities in the area.

The dam is regulated by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The last inspection in June 2015 rated the dam's condition as fair, with a significant hazard potential. Despite this, the risk assessment categorizes the dam's risk as moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures.

With a drainage area of 0.8 square miles and a spillway type of uncontrolled, the Stevens Pond East Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Its existence provides a valuable recreational outlet while also posing a significant hazard if not properly maintained. Climate and water resource enthusiasts are likely to find interest in the balance between recreation and safety that this dam represents in the local ecosystem.

Year Completed

1995

Dam Length

170

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

NONE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

8

Drainage Area

0.8

Nid Storage

45

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

13
       
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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.