Hickory Hills Lake Dam, located in Lunenburg, Massachusetts, is a privately-owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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The dam, primarily used for recreation, is classified as an Earth dam with a height of 17.9 feet and a hydraulic height of 14.9 feet. It sits on Mulpus Brook and has a storage capacity of 3,915 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 2,451 acre-feet.
The dam's spillway type is classified as uncontrolled, with a surface area of 415 acres and a drainage area of 7.8 square miles. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam was assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of October 2016. Regular inspections are conducted every two years to ensure its safety. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a DSAC not yet assigned. Overall, Hickory Hills Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the Worcester County area, while also posing potential risks that are actively managed and monitored by regulatory agencies.
Dam Length |
1900 |
Dam Height |
17.9 |
River Or Stream |
MULPUS BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
415 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.9 |
Drainage Area |
7.8 |
Nid Storage |
3915 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Pearl Hill Campground
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Damon Pond Campground
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Grotonwood
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