Browse Dams
1,356 dams in the National Inventory of Dams.
National Inventory of Dams
Browse 1,356 dams from the NID database. Each record includes dam name, location, physical dimensions, hazard potential classification, condition assessment, purpose, owner information, and emergency action plan status. Use the filters below to search by state, hazard level, condition, or keyword.
| Name | State | County | Height (ft) | Hazard | Condition | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse Dam | Massachusetts | Berkshire | 52 | High | Fair | 1890 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Lower Van Horn Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Hampden | 52 | High | Satisfactory | 1848 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Bickford Pond Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 51 | High | Fair | 1971 | Water Supply |
| White Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Hampshire | 51 | Significant | Fair | 1912 | |
| Red Bridge | Massachusetts | Hampden | 51 | High | Fair | 1901 | Hydroelectric |
| Windsor Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Berkshire | 51 | High | Satisfactory | 1865 | Water Supply |
| Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike | Massachusetts | Worcester | 50 | Significant | Satisfactory | 2010 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Perley Brook Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1962 | Water Supply |
| Bear Swamp - East Dike | Massachusetts | Franklin | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1974 | Hydroelectric |
| Mill Pond Dam | Massachusetts | Middlesex | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1973 | Water Supply |
| Birch Hill Dam - Winchendon Dike | Massachusetts | Worcester | 49 | High | Not Available | 1942 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Birch Hill Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 49 | High | Not Available | 1942 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| West Hill Dam - Dike D | Massachusetts | Worcester | 48 | High | Not Available | 1961 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Powdermill Brook Pl-566 Flood Control Dam | Massachusetts | Hampden | 48 | High | Fair | 1962 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Deerfield No. 4 | Massachusetts | Franklin | 48 | Low | Satisfactory | 1912 | Hydroelectric |
| West Hill Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 48 | High | Not Available | 1961 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Barre Falls Dam - Dike 3 | Massachusetts | Worcester | 48 | High | Not Available | 1958 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Fells Reservoir Dam No. 8 | Massachusetts | Middlesex | 48 | High | Satisfactory | 1898 | Water Supply |
| Fells Reservoir Dam No. 1 (Extensively Filled D/S Area) | Massachusetts | Middlesex | 48 | Low | Satisfactory | - | Water Supply |
| Somerset Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Bristol | 48 | High | Fair | 1965 | Water Supply |
| Chicopee Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Hampden | 47 | High | Fair | 1927 | Recreation |
| Holden Reservoir Dam No. 1 | Massachusetts | Worcester | 47 | High | Fair | 1883 | Water Supply |
| Mare Meadow Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 47 | High | Fair | 1955 | Water Supply |
| Lester G. Ross Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1974 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Littleville Dam - Saddle Dike | Massachusetts | Hampshire | 46 | High | Not Available | 1965 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1953 | Water Supply |
| Goose Cove Northwest Dike | Massachusetts | Essex | 45 | High | Fair | 1963 | Water Supply |
| Wachusett Reservoir South Dike | Massachusetts | Worcester | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1906 | Water Supply |
| Weston Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Middlesex | 45 | High | Satisfactory | - | Water Supply |
| South Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Middlesex | 45 | High | Poor | 1882 | Water Supply |
| Breeds Pond Outlet Dam No. 5 | Massachusetts | Essex | 44 | High | Fair | 1870 | Water Supply |
| Babson Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Essex | 43 | High | Satisfactory | 1930 | Water Supply |
| Haskell Pond Dam | Massachusetts | Essex | 43 | High | Poor | 1903 | Water Supply |
| Walden Pond Outlet Dam | Massachusetts | Essex | 43 | High | Fair | 1890 | Water Supply |
| Norumbega Reservoir Dam No. 1 | Massachusetts | Middlesex | 42 | High | Fair | 1940 | Water Supply |
| Cherry Valley Dam | Massachusetts | Hampden | 41 | High | Fair | 1877 | Water Supply |
| Overlook Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 41 | High | Poor | 1871 | |
| Hill Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Hampshire | 41 | Significant | Fair | 1934 | Water Supply |
| Westfield Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Hampden | 41 | High | Fair | 1874 | |
| Echo Lake Dam | Massachusetts | Middlesex | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1881 | Water Supply |
| Sandwash Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Berkshire | 41 | High | Poor | 1936 | Water Supply |
| Copicut Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Bristol | 40 | High | Fair | 1971 | Water Supply |
| Mill Pond North Dike | Massachusetts | Middlesex | 40 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1973 | Water Supply |
| Abbey Lake Dam | Massachusetts | Berkshire | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1967 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Mill River Dam | Massachusetts | Hampshire | 40 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1939 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Scott Reservoir Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 40 | High | Poor | 1875 | Water Supply |
| Mount Williams Reservoir Dam & Dike | Massachusetts | Berkshire | 40 | High | Poor | 1914 | Water Supply |
| Northfield Mt. - Northwest Dike | Massachusetts | Franklin | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1973 | Hydroelectric |
| Crocker Pond Dam | Massachusetts | Worcester | 39 | High | Satisfactory | 1933 | Hydroelectric |
| Mill Pond South Dike | Massachusetts | Middlesex | 39 | High | Satisfactory | 1973 | Water Supply |
Frequently Asked Questions
Hazard potential is based on the consequences of dam failure, not the condition of the dam. High hazard means loss of human life is probable. Significant means economic and environmental losses are expected but no probable loss of life. Low means minimal losses are expected. The classification considers downstream population, infrastructure, and environmental resources.
Condition ratings reflect the physical state of the dam based on periodic inspections. Satisfactory means no deficiencies found. Fair means minor issues exist but no immediate action needed. Poor means safety deficiencies require remedial action. Unsatisfactory means the dam is unsafe and immediate corrective action is required.
Yes. Use the search field above to find dams by name. You can also combine the search with state, hazard, and condition filters to narrow your results. Each dam record links to a detail page with complete information.