Methuen Falls
Massachusetts — Essex County — Spicket River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Essex |
| River | Spicket River |
| Coordinates | 42.72740, -71.18960 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Length | 188 ft |
| NID Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 16, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1895 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Methuen Falls Hydro Electric Company |
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.