Dark Brook Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Worcester County — Dark Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
RiverDark Brook
Coordinates42.19836, -71.85476

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length760 ft
NID Storage4,939 acre-ft
Max Storage4,939 acre-ft
Surface Area288 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 20, 2022
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1950
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerAuburn Water District

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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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