Lake Ellis Dam

Massachusetts — Worcester County — Mill Brook and Ellinwood Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
RiverMill Brook and Ellinwood Brook
Coordinates42.58185, -72.20669

Physical Characteristics

NID Height13 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length210 ft
NID Storage1,240 acre-ft
Max Storage1,240 acre-ft
Surface Area108 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 15, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1852
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Athol

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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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