Arlington Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityArlington
River/StreamMunroe Brook
Coordinates42.42708, -71.18939

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height14 ft
Dam Length1,600 ft
Year Completed1872 (154 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage329 acre-ft
Max Storage329 acre-ft
Normal Storage196 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge139 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Arlington
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/20/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00771
Federal IDMA00771
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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