Ware River Diversion Dam

Massachusetts — Worcester County

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
Coordinates42.39047, -72.06022

Physical Characteristics

NID Height38 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length300 ft
NID Storage500 acre-ft
Max Storage500 acre-ft
Surface Area

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1910
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation

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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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