Hovey Pond Dam

Massachusetts — Worcester County — Quinsigamond River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
RiverQuinsigamond River
Coordinates42.23083, -71.71377

Physical Characteristics

NID Height23 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length450 ft
NID Storage300 acre-ft
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 19, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1870
Primary Purpose—
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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