Buck Hill Conservation Dam

Massachusetts — Worcester County — Seven Mile River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
RiverSeven Mile River
Coordinates42.28932, -71.98730

Physical Characteristics

NID Height15 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length325 ft
NID Storage133 acre-ft
Max Storage133 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 23, 2020
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1969
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerWorcester County 4-H Center, Inc.

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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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