Snows Mill Pond Dam

WITMAN RIVER· Worcester, Massachusetts· Masonry· 28 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Snows Mill Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. 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 28 ft (taller than 84.2% in MA)
Dam Length212 ft
Dam TypeMasonry
Max Storage740 acre-ft
Normal Storage316 acre-ft
Surface Area42 acres
Drainage Area29 sq mi
NID IDMA00878

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: July 8, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

CARAUSTAR FITCHBURG PAPERBOARD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Snows Mill Pond Dam?

Snows Mill Pond 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 Snows Mill Pond Dam?

Snows Mill Pond Dam is owned by CARAUSTAR FITCHBURG PAPERBOARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Snows Mill Pond Dam?

Snows Mill Pond 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 Snows Mill Pond Dam?

Snows Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Snows Mill Pond Dam last inspected?

Snows Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on July 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.