Marble Pond Dam in Worcester, Massachusetts, stands as a gravity dam along the South Branch of Souhegan River, completed in 1985 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Owned privately, the dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts, ensuring state jurisdiction and permitting. With a height of 10 feet and a storage capacity of 70.4 acre-feet, the dam boasts a low hazard potential, fair condition assessment, and a moderate risk level.
Despite its modest size, Marble Pond Dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities and regulating water flow along the river. The dam's design includes earth and gravity components with a buttress core type, offering stability and resilience to potential hydraulic impacts. Maintained and inspected by state authorities, the dam remains in a fair condition as of its last assessment in 2009, ensuring its continued safe operation for both recreation and environmental conservation purposes.
As a key feature in the Ashburnham area, Marble Pond Dam contributes to the local landscape and water resource management efforts. Its low hazard potential and moderate risk level indicate a manageable level of risk, supported by regular inspections and a fair condition assessment. With its completion in 1985, the dam continues to serve as a testament to responsible infrastructure development in balancing human needs with environmental preservation in the region.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH BRANCH OF SOUHEGAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
17.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
9.5 |
Drainage Area |
1.74 |
Nid Storage |
70.4 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Damon Pond Campground
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Pearl Hill Campground
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Lake Dennison State Park
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East Dennison Camping Area
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Otter River State Forest
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Beaman Pond Campground
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