Wyman Pond Compensating Reservoir Dam, located in Westminster, Massachusetts, was completed in 1892 and serves as a crucial water supply resource in the region.
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This concrete dam stands at a height of 24.7 feet, with a hydraulic height of 19 feet, and has a storage capacity of 2388 acre-feet. It spans 250 feet in length and covers a surface area of 200.3 acres, with a drainage area of 7.89 square miles. The dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts and is categorized as a high hazard potential structure.
Despite its age, the Wyman Pond Compensating Reservoir Dam is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in April 2017. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in June 2016, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. It is subject to regular inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety measures are up to standards. The dam's primary purpose of water supply underscores its vital role in sustaining the surrounding communities, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring its operations effectively for the foreseeable future.
Year Completed |
1892 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
24.7 |
River Or Stream |
SMITH BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
200.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
7.89 |
Nid Storage |
2388 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Damon Pond Campground
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Pearl Hill Campground
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Otter River State Forest
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Beaman Pond Campground
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