Laurel Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY OF MOSS BROOK· Franklin, Massachusetts· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Laurel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA)
Dam Length125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage440 acre-ft
Normal Storage176 acre-ft
Surface Area43 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMA00053

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: November 10, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Laurel Lake Dam?

Laurel Lake 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 Laurel Lake Dam?

Laurel Lake Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Laurel Lake Dam?

Laurel Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Laurel Lake Dam?

Laurel Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Laurel Lake Dam last inspected?

Laurel Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2010. 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.