Mill Pond Reservoir North Dike Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mill Pond South Dike Mill Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Located in Burlington, Massachusetts, the Mill Pond Reservoir North Dike serves as a crucial water supply structure in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1973, this concrete dam stands at a height of 50 feet and has a storage capacity of 1,746 acre-feet. The reservoir is primarily pumped from the Shawsheen Reservoir and covers a surface area of 53 acres, supporting the local community with a reliable source of water.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, the Mill Pond Reservoir North Dike is regulated and inspected by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to address any maintenance or repair needs. The surrounding area benefits from this water resource structure, as it plays a vital role in water supply management and risk mitigation for the community.
Although the dam does not have a spillway, it is designed to handle high discharge levels and has a drainage area of 0.2 square miles. The risk assessment for the Mill Pond Reservoir North Dike is classified as high, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and management to prevent potential hazards. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, this dam exemplifies the critical role that water resource structures play in supporting climate resilience and sustainability efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
370 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
PUMPED FROM SHAWSHEEN RESERVOIR. |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
53 |
Hydraulic Height |
50 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
1746 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
50 |
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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.
Mill Pond Reservoir North Dike
Farm Road, Billerica