Lake Ellis Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
Nearest CityAthol
River/StreamMill Brook and Ellinwood Brook
Coordinates42.58185, -72.20669

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height13 ft
Dam Length210 ft
Year Completed1852 (174 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,240 acre-ft
Max Storage1,240 acre-ft
Normal Storage290 acre-ft
Surface Area108 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Athol
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/15/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00005
Federal IDMA00005
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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