Newton Pond Dam
Massachusetts — Worcester County — Tributary of Middle River, Sewell Brook
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester |
| River | Tributary of Middle River, Sewell Brook |
| Coordinates | 42.30833, -71.74957 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| NID Storage | 406 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 406 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 18, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1949 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Shrewsbury |
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.