Fernwood Lake West Dam
Massachusetts — Essex County — Little River Basin
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Essex |
| River | Little River Basin |
| Coordinates | 42.60998, -70.70182 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| NID Storage | 259 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 259 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 5, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1877 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Gloucester |
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.