Reservoir #2 Dam, located in Athol, Massachusetts, is a private dam managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and also provides recreational opportunities for the local community. With a height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 958 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Constructed with rockfill and buttress core types, Reservoir #2 Dam has a significant hazard potential and is classified as having a fair condition assessment. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has a surface area of 52.2 acres with a drainage area of 0.53 square miles. The dam's inspection frequency is every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in May 2014, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure its safety and effectiveness in flood risk reduction.
Despite its moderate risk assessment level, Reservoir #2 Dam remains a vital infrastructure for managing water resources in Worcester County. With its strategic location on a tributary of Mill Brook, the dam's role in flood risk reduction and recreation underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring its condition to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the efficient management of water resources in the region.
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY OF MILL BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
52.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.53 |
Nid Storage |
958 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |