Fitchburg Reservoir North Dam

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityAshby
River/StreamWillard Brook
Coordinates42.65292, -71.84138

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Length1,040 ft
Year Completed1916 (110 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,941 acre-ft
Max Storage2,941 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,006 acre-ft
Surface Area153 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,565 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Fitchburg
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/19/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00335
Federal IDMA00335
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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