Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike

Worcester, Massachusetts· 50 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 50 ft (taller than 95.5% in MA)
Max Storage500 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area500 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMA03377

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: October 5, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

HIGHLAND COMMONS ASSOCIATES, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike?

Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike 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 Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike?

Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike is owned by HIGHLAND COMMONS ASSOCIATES, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike?

Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike has a dam height of 50 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 Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike last inspected?

Highland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike was last inspected on October 5, 2016. 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.