Birch Pond Dam
Massachusetts — Essex County — Saugus River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Essex |
| River | Saugus River |
| Coordinates | 42.47467, -70.99200 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 810 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 11, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1873 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Lynn Water and Sewer Commission |
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.