Walden Pond East End Dam

Massachusetts — Essex County — Saugus River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyEssex
RiverSaugus River
Coordinates42.49326, -70.97937

Physical Characteristics

NID Height8 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length185 ft
NID Storage5,500 acre-ft
Max Storage5,500 acre-ft
Surface Area233 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 11, 2022
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1890
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerLynn Water and Sewer Commission

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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.

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