Lily Pond Outlet Dam

LILY RIVER· Essex, Massachusetts· Earth· 8 ft tall

Significant Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lily Pond Outlet Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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	125 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	300 acre-ft
Normal Storage	135 acre-ft

Surface Area	27 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	MA00157

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 7, 2012

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

CITY OF GLOUCESTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lily Pond Outlet Dam?

Lily Pond Outlet 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 Lily Pond Outlet Dam?

Lily Pond Outlet Dam is owned by CITY OF GLOUCESTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lily Pond Outlet Dam?

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

How tall is Lily Pond Outlet Dam?

Lily Pond Outlet 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 Lily Pond Outlet Dam last inspected?

Lily Pond Outlet Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2012. 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.