Arlington Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Middlesex County — Munroe Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
RiverMunroe Brook
Coordinates42.42708, -71.18939

Physical Characteristics

NID Height14 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,600 ft
NID Storage329 acre-ft
Max Storage329 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 20, 2023
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1872
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Arlington

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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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