Lovell Reservoir Dike Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Lovell Reservoir Dike, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, serves as a critical water supply infrastructure managed by the local government.
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Summary
Completed in 1929, this concrete dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 1131 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 890 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 35 acres and is fed by the Falulah Brook, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.
With a high hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Lovell Reservoir Dike is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts. This structure plays a vital role in water supply management, with a drainage area of 5.33 square miles and no spillway system in place. Despite its age, the dam has undergone regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in June 2017. The risk assessment for Lovell Reservoir Dike indicates a high risk level, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and security of the water supply infrastructure in the region.
Year Completed |
1929 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
FALULAH BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
35 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
5.33 |
Nid Storage |
1131 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Lovell Reservoir Dike