Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 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 | 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 259 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00929 |
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 WORCESTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam?
Quinapoxet 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 Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam?
Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF WORCESTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam built?
Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam?
Quinapoxet 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 Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam?
Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Quinapoxet Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.