Greenes Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Greenes Pond Dam, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a masonry dam built in 1925 on the Falulah Brook.
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Summary
With a height of 12.6 feet and a storage capacity of 34.95 acre-feet, the dam primarily serves the purpose of recreation, providing a serene spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam is under state regulation by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, ensuring that it is regularly inspected and maintained to meet safety standards.
Despite being classified with a "significant" hazard potential, Greenes Pond Dam is assessed to be in fair condition as of its last inspection in December 2016. The dam has a moderate risk rating, indicating some potential for hazards that may require risk management measures in the future. The surrounding area offers a surface area of 5.7 acres for recreational activities, attracting visitors to its scenic location along the Falulah Brook. As a part of the local government's jurisdiction, the dam continues to be a key feature in the community's recreational landscape.
Year Completed |
1925 |
Dam Length |
85 |
Dam Height |
12.6 |
River Or Stream |
FALULAH BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
5.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.6 |
Drainage Area |
9.96 |
Nid Storage |
34.95 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Greenes Pond Dam