Wachusett Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
Nearest CityWestminster
River/StreamTributary of Flag Brook
Coordinates42.51412, -71.88340

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height4 ft
Dam Length400 ft
Year Completed1905 (121 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage579 acre-ft
Max Storage579 acre-ft
Normal Storage187 acre-ft
Surface Area130 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge275 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCity of Fitchburg
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/06/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00642
Federal IDMA00642
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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