Minott Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY OF MAHONEY BROOK· Worcester, Massachusetts· Earth· 7 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA)
Dam Length615 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage32 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMA01019

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 31, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

UNKNOWN

Private

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Mahoney Pond Dam

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Lovewell Pond Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Minott Pond Dam?

Minott 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 Minott Pond Dam?

Minott Pond Dam is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Minott Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Minott Pond Dam?

Minott Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Minott Pond Dam last inspected?

Minott Pond Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2018. 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.