Middle Reservoir Dike

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityMedford
River/StreamTributary of Mystic River
Coordinates42.45083, -71.11606

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Length340 ft
Year Completed1891 (135 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,720 acre-ft
Max Storage2,720 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,790 acre-ft
Surface Area52 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Winchester
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/05/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA01086
Federal IDMA01086
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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