Health Camp Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Health Camp Dam, located in Leicester, Massachusetts, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 14 feet with a hydraulic height of 9 feet, this buttress dam holds a storage capacity of 14.5 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 6.53 acre-feet. The dam poses a significant hazard potential with an unsatisfactory condition assessment, warranting a inspection frequency of every 5 years.

Despite its modest size, Health Camp Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in Worcester County, Massachusetts. With a spillway type classified as uncontrolled, the dam requires vigilant monitoring to ensure public safety and environmental conservation. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a potential for impact on downstream communities in the event of a breach.

Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Health Camp Dam an intriguing subject for study, given its unique design features and regulatory oversight. As efforts continue to maintain and assess the dam's condition, it serves as a reminder of the intricate balance between human infrastructure and natural ecosystems in the face of changing climates and increasing water demand.

Dam Height

14

Hydraulic Height

9

Nid Storage

14.5

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.