Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam dam
Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam
Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam, located in Duxbury, Massachusetts, stands as a vital structure for the local government, serving the primary purpose of irrigation along the South River. With a dam height of 14.3 feet and a hydraulic height of 10.8 feet, this earth-type dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. The dam boasts a storage capacity of 39.4 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 33.1 acre-feet and a surface area of 8.92 acres, making it a significant asset for water management in the region.
Despite its importance, the Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam does pose a significant hazard potential, with a fair condition assessment as of January 2014. The dam's risk level is rated as moderate, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. The dam is state-regulated, under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation, and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to uphold safety standards and compliance with regulations.
As a key component in the local water infrastructure, Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam serves as a critical resource for irrigation purposes and water management in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. Its role in controlling water flow along the South River highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring the dam to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this dam a fascinating subject for study and advocacy in sustainable water management practices.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Jones River At Kingston | 15 cfs | → |
| Indian Head River At Hanover | 23 cfs | → |
| Old Swamp River Near South Weymouth | 3 cfs | → |
| Taunton River Near Bridgewater | 184 cfs | → |
| Whitmans Pond Fish Ladder At East Weymouth | 3 cfs | → |
| Whitmans Pond | 7 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Indian Head Drive 1-307, Hanover
- Monponsett Street 470-556, Halifax
- Bridge Street Norwell
- Gonzo Hingham
- Randolph Street 315, Weymouth
- Ship Street Hingham
Track Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam
Where does the data for Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Petersons Saw Mill Pond Dam.