Stevens Pond Dam

MUMFORD RIVER· Worcester, Massachusetts· Earth· 30 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Stevens Pond 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	30 ft (taller than 86.6% in MA)
Dam Length	300 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage	1.3K acre-ft

Surface Area	84 acres
Drainage Area	8 sq mi
NID ID	MA00957

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 4, 2015

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

Town of Sutton, Board of Selectmen

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stevens Pond Dam?

Stevens 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 Stevens Pond Dam?

Stevens Pond Dam is owned by Town of Sutton, Board of Selectmen (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stevens Pond Dam?

Stevens 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 Stevens Pond Dam?

Stevens Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Stevens Pond Dam last inspected?

Stevens Pond Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2015. 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.