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Great Stone, also known as Lawrence Dam or Merrimack River Dam, is a historic masonry dam located in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
Completed in 1848, this dam serves primarily for hydroelectric power generation and recreation purposes, with a height of 38 feet and a length of 943 feet. It holds a storage capacity of 19,900 acre-feet and has a maximum discharge rate of 128,000 cubic feet per second.
Managed by a private owner, this dam is not regulated by the state but falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk level and undergoes inspections every three years. The spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 920 feet, and the dam sits on a rock foundation in the Merrimack River, serving as a significant structure in the region's water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1848 |
Dam Length |
943 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
Merrimack River |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
655 |
Drainage Area |
4460 |
Nid Storage |
19900 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
38 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Evergreen
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Windham Town Forest Tent Platforms
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Salisbury State Park Reservation
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Grotonwood
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Tidewater Campground
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Remote Campsite
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