Cordingly Dam

Massachusetts — Middlesex County — Charles River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
RiverCharles River
Coordinates42.32578, -71.25439

Physical Characteristics

NID Height11 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length140 ft
NID Storage215 acre-ft
Max Storage215 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 28, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1912
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeState
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation

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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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