Weld Pond Dam

Norfolk County, Massachusetts (near Dedham)

River/Stream: Tributary of Charles River

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Masonry
Height
15 ft
Dam Length
78 ft
Reservoir Storage
180 acre-ft
Year Completed
1870
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
40 cfs

Condition Assessment

PoorLast inspected: 2023-10-23

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Poor — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
MA02261
State
Massachusetts (MA)
Coordinates
42.25072, -71.19855
Age
156 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.