Snow Pond Dam

Worcester, Massachusetts· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Snow Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA)
Max Storage146 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMA02867

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 13, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

THE JOHN W. ROWELL AND DARCY CLARK ROWELL REVOCABLE TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Snow Pond Dam?

Snow Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Snow Pond Dam?

Snow Pond Dam is owned by THE JOHN W. ROWELL AND DARCY CLARK ROWELL REVOCABLE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Snow Pond Dam?

Snow 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 Snow Pond Dam?

Snow Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Snow Pond Dam last inspected?

Snow Pond Dam was last inspected on January 13, 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.