Holbrook Mill Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

The Holbrook Mill Pond Dam, located in Millbury, Massachusetts, is a private structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

This concrete dam stands at a height of 18 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet, serving a primary purpose that falls under "Other." With a storage capacity of 6.46 acre-feet and a surface area of 0.9 acres, this dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the area.

Despite its importance, the Holbrook Mill Pond Dam is classified as having a poor condition assessment and a significant hazard potential. The last inspection conducted in August 2015 highlighted the need for improvements to meet safety standards. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, it is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize risk management measures and ensure the dam's structural integrity is maintained to prevent potential disasters and protect the surrounding environment.

Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate change should pay attention to the Holbrook Mill Pond Dam as it serves as a critical infrastructure in Worcester County, Massachusetts. With the dam's condition assessment flagged as poor and a high risk assessment rating, stakeholders must work towards implementing necessary upgrades and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of this essential water resource structure.

Dam Height

18

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

0.9

Hydraulic Height

12

Drainage Area

5.16

Nid Storage

6.46

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.