Hilchey Pond Dam

BAILEY BROOK· Worcester, Massachusetts· Concrete· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA)
Dam Length85 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage45 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDMA01723

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: December 4, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

D & E REALTY CORP.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hilchey Pond Dam?

Hilchey 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 Hilchey Pond Dam?

Hilchey Pond Dam is owned by D & E REALTY CORP. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hilchey Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Hilchey Pond Dam?

Hilchey Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Hilchey Pond Dam last inspected?

Hilchey Pond Dam was last inspected on December 4, 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.