Dow Brook Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Essex County — Dow Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyEssex
RiverDow Brook
Coordinates42.69829, -70.87094

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length300 ft
NID Storage260 acre-ft
Max Storage260 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 17, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1895
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Ipswich

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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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