Babson Reservoir Dam
Massachusetts — Essex County
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Essex |
| Coordinates | 42.62586, -70.66778 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 43 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| NID Storage | 997 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 997 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1930 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | City of Gloucester |
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.