Lexington Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityLexington
River/StreamTributary of Aberjona River
Coordinates42.43697, -71.24704

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Length625 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage62 acre-ft
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Lexington
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/19/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA01126
Federal IDMA01126
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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