Cedar Swamp Pond Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
Nearest CityMilford
River/StreamCharles River
Coordinates42.14749, -71.51375

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height8 ft
Dam Length300 ft
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage720 acre-ft
Max Storage720 acre-ft
Normal Storage400 acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge1,462 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Milford
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/28/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00628
Federal IDMA00628
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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