Number One Pond Dam

Worcester, Massachusetts· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Number One Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA)
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
NID IDMA03382

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: March 7, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

BEVERLY MACCOLLOM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Number One Pond Dam?

Number One 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 Number One Pond Dam?

Number One Pond Dam is owned by BEVERLY MACCOLLOM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Number One Pond Dam?

Number One Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Number One Pond Dam last inspected?

Number One Pond Dam was last inspected on March 7, 2017. 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.