Ames Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ames Pond Dike A Ames Pond Dike B
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Ames Pond Dam, located in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, is a concrete structure completed in 1920 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 11 feet, with a hydraulic height of 9 feet, and a length of 175 feet. It impounds Meadow Brook, creating a surface area of 80 acres and a storage capacity of 600 acre-feet.
Managed by a private owner, the Ames Pond Dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts. The dam is state-jurisdictional, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 deemed it satisfactory, with a moderate risk level of 3.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the Ames Pond Dam an intriguing structure due to its historical significance, recreational purpose, and the efforts put in place to manage its potential risks. With its scenic location and impact on the surrounding ecosystem, the dam serves as a key feature in the conservation and management of water resources in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
175 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
MEADOW BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
80 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
600 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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.
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