Breeds Pond Outlet Dam No. 5

Massachusetts — Essex County

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyEssex
Coordinates42.47348, -70.97817

Physical Characteristics

NID Height44 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,420 ft
NID Storage6,200 acre-ft
Max Storage6,200 acre-ft
Surface Area192 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1870
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerLynn Water and Sewer Commission

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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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