Dow Brook Reservoir Dam
Massachusetts — Essex County — Dow Brook
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Essex |
| River | Dow Brook |
| Coordinates | 42.69829, -70.87094 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| NID Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 17, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1895 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Ipswich |
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.