Freeman Lake Dam, located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, was completed in 1976 and is owned by the local government.
The primary purpose of this earth dam is for recreation, with a height of 29 feet and a storage capacity of 1500 acre-feet. The dam spans 450 feet across Stony Brook, with a drainage area of 0.63 square miles and a surface area of 83 acres.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Freeman Lake Dam is regulated and inspected by the state of Massachusetts. It has a significant hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition, with a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam operates an uncontrolled spillway and has undergone inspections as recently as November 2017, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Freeman Lake Dam to be an intriguing structure that plays a crucial role in the recreational and environmental landscape of Middlesex County.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
STONY BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
83 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.63 |
Nid Storage |
1500 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |