Barrett Park Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY OF NORTH NASHUA RIVER· Worcester, Massachusetts· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Barrett Park Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage105 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMA02287

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 9, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

CITY OF LEOMINSTER, RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Barrett Park Pond Dam?

Barrett Park Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Barrett Park Pond Dam?

Barrett Park Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF LEOMINSTER, RECREATION DEPARTMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Barrett Park Pond Dam?

Barrett Park Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Barrett Park Pond Dam?

Barrett Park Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Barrett Park Pond Dam last inspected?

Barrett Park Pond Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.