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Brookline Selectboard votes to remove century‑old Pierce Pond Dam
Summary
After reviewing an assessment and consulting the Conservation Commission, the Selectboard voted 3–0 to remove Pierce Pond Dam, citing age and long‑term maintenance and funding needs; removal planning and funding will take place in 2025–2026.
The Selectboard reviewed an assessment of Pierce Pond Dam and discussed options to rehabilitate or remove the structure.
Board members noted the dam is over 100 years old, that the Conservation Commission raised no objection to removal, and that removal would set the town’s work plan for 2025 and funding efforts for 2026. Selectboard Member Brendan Denehy moved to remove the dam; the motion passed 3–0.
The board characterized the dam as “old rather than historic,” and said the town will begin planning removal work, recognizing that securing funding could take multiple years. No specific contractor, cost estimate, or funding source was authorized at the Dec. 23 meeting; the board directed staff to pursue assessments and funding strategies as next steps.
