Bates Power Reservoir Dam
Massachusetts — Worcester County — Kendall Brook
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester |
| River | Kendall Brook |
| Coordinates | 42.56795, -72.15472 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| NID Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 26, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1846 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Athol |
| Other Name | Bates & Powers Reservoir Dam |
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.