Bailey Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Bailey Pond Dam, located in Amesbury, Massachusetts, was completed in 1912 and stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 11.5 feet.
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Summary
This earth dam, primarily used for recreational purposes, spans 180 feet and has a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet. While the dam's condition is assessed as fair, it poses a significant hazard potential and is categorized under moderate risk.
Owned privately, Bailey Pond Dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts. The dam overlooks an unnamed tributary of the Merrimack River, providing a serene recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a surface area of 13 acres and a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, the dam serves as a picturesque location for outdoor activities and nature enthusiasts. Despite its fair condition, the dam's significant hazard potential emphasizes the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety and the preservation of the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1912 |
Dam Length |
180 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY OF MERRIMACK RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
11.5 |
Drainage Area |
1.07 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Bailey Pond Dam
Attitash Avenue 39, Merrimac