Fells Reservoir Dam No. 6

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityStoneham
River/StreamTributary of Malden River
Coordinates42.44744, -71.08303

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height17 ft
Dam Length640 ft
Year Completed1898 (128 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage150 acre-ft
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/08/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA03309
Federal IDMA03310S003
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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