Erikson Dam

Massachusetts — Middlesex County — Fort Pond Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
RiverFort Pond Brook
Coordinates42.45937, -71.45433

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length58 ft
NID Storage198 acre-ft
Max Storage198 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 7, 2018
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1848
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeStone
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerErikson Grain Mill, Inc.

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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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