Blue Hills Reservoir Dam
Massachusetts — Norfolk County — Pine Tree Brook (primary), Furnace Brook (auxiliary)
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Norfolk |
| River | Pine Tree Brook (primary), Furnace Brook (auxiliary) |
| Coordinates | 42.22882, -71.05190 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 1,530 ft |
| NID Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 27, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1950 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MA Department of Conservation & Recreation |
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.