Lake Shirley Dam
Massachusetts — Worcester County — Catacoonnamaug Brook
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester |
| River | Catacoonnamaug Brook |
| Coordinates | 42.55434, -71.67510 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| NID Storage | 7,719 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,719 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 390 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 7, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1852 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Lunenberg |
| Other Name | Shirley Reservoir Dam |
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.