October Mt.
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Lake Dam, located in Lee, Massachusetts, was completed in 1985 and is owned by the state. The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, serves primarily for flood risk reduction but also supports fish and wildlife habitat, recreation, and pond purposes. With a height of 39 feet and a hydraulic height of 35 feet, the dam holds a storage capacity of 1,930 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 67 acres. The dam is a key feature in managing the drainage area of 1.5 square miles and is crucial for regulating the water flow of the tributary of Mountain Brook.
The dam, of earth type with a buttress core, is under the regulatory oversight of the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts. It has an uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of June 2016 was reported as satisfactory. The dam undergoes inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity and operational effectiveness. The risk assessment for October Mt. Lake Dam indicates a moderate risk level, with measures in place to manage potential risks to surrounding areas in case of emergencies.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
1800 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY OF MOUNTAIN BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
67 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
1.5 |
Nid Storage |
1930 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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October Mountain State Forest
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Rocky Point
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Green Point
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Shaker camp
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Beartown State Forest
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Crystal Mountain campsite (& privy)
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