Indian Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
Nearest CityWorcester
River/StreamTributary to Weasel Brook
Coordinates42.29981, -71.80699

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height17 ft
Dam Length370 ft
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,800 acre-ft
Max Storage2,800 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,800 acre-ft
Surface Area233 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge460 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMA Department of Transportation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/15/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00125
Federal IDMA00125
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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