Health Camp Dam

Worcester, Massachusetts· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Health Camp Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA)
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
NID IDMA02802

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: No
Last Inspection: May 31, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

DAVID A. & JILL A. DUPUIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Health Camp Dam?

Health Camp 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 Health Camp Dam?

Health Camp Dam is owned by DAVID A. & JILL A. DUPUIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Health Camp Dam?

Health Camp Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Health Camp Dam last inspected?

Health Camp Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2018. 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.