New Bedford Reservoir Dam
Massachusetts — Bristol County — Acushnet River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Bristol |
| River | Acushnet River |
| Coordinates | 41.72905, -70.90092 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 10 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,265 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,265 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 218 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 16, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1867 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of New Bedford |
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.