Wallace Pond Dam
Massachusetts, Essex County, Tributary to Little River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Essex |
| River | Tributary to Little River |
| Coordinates | 42.60821, -70.70732 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| NID Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 14, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1850 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Gloucester |
| Other Name | Wallace Pond Outlet 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.