Westminster Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Worcester County — Whitman River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
RiverWhitman River
Coordinates42.59248, -71.91062

Physical Characteristics

NID Height31 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,500 ft
NID Storage1,800 acre-ft
Max Storage1,800 acre-ft
Surface Area116 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 7, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1909
Primary PurposeOther
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerWhitman River Dam, Inc.
Other NameWhitmanville Reservoir Dam

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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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