Moulton Pond Dam

EAST BRANCH OF WARE RIVER· Worcester, Massachusetts· Earth· 16 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Moulton Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	16 ft (taller than 56.3% in MA)
Dam Length	200 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	870 acre-ft
Normal Storage	330 acre-ft

Surface Area	67 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
NID ID	MA00931

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: October 14, 2019

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

Town of Rutland, DPW

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moulton Pond Dam?

Moulton Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Moulton Pond Dam?

Moulton Pond Dam is owned by Town of Rutland, DPW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Moulton Pond Dam?

Moulton 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 Moulton Pond Dam?

Moulton Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Moulton Pond Dam last inspected?

Moulton Pond Dam was last inspected on October 14, 2019. 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.