Monument Pond Dam dam
Monument Pond Dam
Monument Pond Dam, located in Bristol County, Massachusetts, stands as a historic masonry structure completed in 1900 with a primary purpose of serving as a fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. The dam, standing at a height of 10 feet with a hydraulic height of 8.5 feet, holds a storage capacity of 42 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres within its drainage area of 20.7 acres. The dam's construction on the Assonet River reflects a controlled spillway type, emphasizing its critical role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite its historical significance and functional purpose, Monument Pond Dam poses a high hazard potential with an overall unsatisfactory condition assessment, indicating the need for immediate attention and potential risk management measures. The dam is under state regulation by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure compliance with safety standards. The dam's location in Freetown highlights its importance in water resource management and underscores the need for proactive maintenance to mitigate potential risks associated with its structural integrity.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts monitor the condition of Monument Pond Dam, it is crucial to recognize the very high risk level assigned to this structure, emphasizing the need for regular inspection and potential emergency action planning. With Joseph P. Kennedy III serving as the representative for the New England District where the dam is situated, stakeholders must remain vigilant in addressing the dam's challenges to safeguard the surrounding community and environment. By staying informed and advocating for proper maintenance and risk mitigation strategies, enthusiasts can play a vital role in preserving the integrity and functionality of Monument Pond Dam for generations to come.
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 Monument Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Segreganset River Near Dighton | 3 cfs | → |
| Threemile River At North Dighton | 68 cfs | → |
| Taunton River Near Bridgewater | 206 cfs | → |
| Wading River Near Norton | 26 cfs | → |
| Ten Mile River At Pawtucket Ave @ E Providence | 49 cfs | → |
| Paskamanset River Near South Dartmouth | 8 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Monument Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Boat Ramp Road Dighton
- Brownell Street 2, Fall River
- Jefferson Saint Extension, Fall River
- Henry Street 1, Fall River
- Lakeside Drive 62-136, Bridgewater
- Bristol Narrows
Track Monument Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Monument Pond Dam
Where does the data for Monument 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 High 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 Monument Pond Dam.