Sugden Reservoir Dam
Massachusetts — Worcester County — Shaw Brook
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester |
| River | Shaw Brook |
| Coordinates | 42.27283, -71.97249 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,420 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,420 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 85 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 26, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1882 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Spencer |
Location Map
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.