Bickford Pond Dike
Massachusetts — Worcester County — East Branch Ware River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester |
| River | East Branch Ware River |
| Coordinates | 42.48914, -71.93433 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 507 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,895 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,895 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 162 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 26, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1971 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Fitchburg |
| Other Name | Bickford Dike |
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.