Williamsville Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Williamsville Pond Dam, located in Hubbardston, Massachusetts, is a State-owned structure that serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 10.76 feet and has a storage capacity of 469.8 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Burnshirt River, also offers recreational opportunities and covers a surface area of 0.57 acres.

With a hazard potential rated as low and a fair condition assessment, the Williamsville Pond Dam provides essential water resource management for the surrounding area. Despite being last inspected in 2009, the dam is regularly monitored and inspected by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. Its moderate risk rating indicates a need for ongoing risk management measures to safeguard against potential hazards.

Overall, the Williamsville Pond Dam serves as a vital structure for both wildlife preservation and recreational activities in Worcester County, Massachusetts. Its significance in water resource management and conservation efforts showcases the importance of maintaining and monitoring such infrastructure for the benefit of both the environment and the local community.

Dam Height

10.76

River Or Stream

BURNSHIRT RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

0.57

Hydraulic Height

10.76

Drainage Area

11.2

Nid Storage

469.8

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.