Bear Brook Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
Nearest CityWorcester
River/StreamBear Brook
Coordinates42.27796, -71.78558

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Length138 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1 acre-ft
Max Storage1 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge125 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCity of Worcester
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/06/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA03330
Federal IDMA03330
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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