Wallis Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY OF WHITIN RES.· Worcester, Massachusetts· Masonry· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Wallis Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 56.3% in MA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeMasonry
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDMA02532

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 23, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wallis Pond Dam?

Wallis 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 Wallis Pond Dam?

Wallis Pond Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wallis Pond Dam?

Wallis Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wallis Pond Dam?

Wallis Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Wallis Pond Dam last inspected?

Wallis Pond Dam was last inspected on January 23, 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.