Alum Pond Dam
Massachusetts — Worcester County — Tributary of Quinebaug River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester |
| River | Tributary of Quinebaug River |
| Coordinates | 42.13763, -72.12229 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,274 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,274 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 218 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 6, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Sturbridge |
| Other Name | Big Alum Lake;Big Alum Pond |
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.