Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 6.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 180 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA02328 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CITY OF WORCESTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam?
Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin 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 Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam?
Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam is owned by CITY OF WORCESTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam?
Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam?
Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam last inspected?
Kendall Reservoir Lower Basin Dam was last inspected on October 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.