Notown Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Notown Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1876 and is 150 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 81.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1876 (150 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00870 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CITY OF LEOMINSTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Notown Reservoir Dam?
Notown Reservoir 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 Notown Reservoir Dam?
Notown Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF LEOMINSTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Notown Reservoir Dam built?
Notown Reservoir Dam was completed in 1876, making it 150 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Notown Reservoir Dam?
Notown Reservoir 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 Notown Reservoir Dam?
Notown Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Notown Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Notown Reservoir Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.