Howe Mill Pond Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
Nearest CitySpencer
River/StreamCranberry River
Coordinates42.21588, -71.99979

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height13 ft
Dam Length400 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage81 acre-ft
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge475 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/08/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA01175
Federal IDMA01175
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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