Red Dam

NORTH BRANCH MILLERS RIVER· Worcester, Massachusetts· Earth· 15 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Red 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	15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA)
Dam Length	312 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	30 acre-ft
Normal Storage	8 acre-ft

Surface Area	2 acres
Drainage Area	19 sq mi
NID ID	MA02345

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: November 8, 2016

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

TOWN OF WINCHENDON, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Red Dam?

Red 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 Red Dam?

Red Dam is owned by TOWN OF WINCHENDON, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Red Dam?

Red 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 Red Dam?

Red Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Red Dam last inspected?

Red Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2016. 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.