Horse Pond Dam

Massachusetts — Worcester County — Horse Pond Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
RiverHorse Pond Brook
Coordinates42.28040, -72.04214

Physical Characteristics

NID Height38 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length2,054 ft
NID Storage1,700 acre-ft
Max Storage1,700 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 29, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1964
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Other NamePl-566 - Flood Control Site

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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.

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