Cusky Pond Dam

Worcester, Massachusetts· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Cusky Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMA01944

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 7, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

DFG - DEPT. OF FISH AND GAME

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cusky Pond Dam?

Cusky Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cusky Pond Dam?

Cusky Pond Dam is owned by DFG - DEPT. OF FISH AND GAME (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cusky Pond Dam?

Cusky 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 Cusky Pond Dam?

Cusky Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Cusky Pond Dam last inspected?

Cusky Pond Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2015. 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.