Hycrest Farm Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fitch Basin Dam Heywood Reservoir Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Hycrest Farm Pond Dam, located in Worcester County, Massachusetts, was completed in 1949 and has a primary purpose of serving as a water resource for the area.
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Summary
This Earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a storage capacity of 610 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 450 acre-feet. The dam spans 300 feet in length and covers a surface area of 90 acres, with a drainage area of 0.75 square miles.
Managed by a private owner, Hycrest Farm Pond Dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts. The dam's condition was last assessed in 2014 and was rated as fair, with a significant hazard potential. Despite this, the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a designated inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam's spillway is described as uncontrolled, and it discharges into the Stillwater River through Rocky Brook.
Overall, Hycrest Farm Pond Dam serves as a vital water resource in the region, providing storage and flood control benefits. With its historical significance dating back to the mid-20th century, the dam continues to play a key role in maintaining water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential hazards. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this structure to be a fascinating example of sustainable infrastructure that supports the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
ROCKY BROOK INTO STILLWATER RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
90 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
0.75 |
Nid Storage |
610 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
Hycrest Farm Pond Dam