Mount Wayte Outlet Works Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Located in Framingham, Massachusetts, the Mount Wayte Outlet Works is a vital structure that serves the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond, as well as providing opportunities for recreational activities.
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Summary
This outlet works is owned by the local government and is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the Mount Wayte Outlet Works plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Built as a gravity dam with a height of 7.2 feet and a storage capacity of 773 acre-feet, the Mount Wayte Outlet Works also serves as a habitat for fish and wildlife. Despite its poor condition assessment, the outlet works continues to operate under the supervision of state agencies that ensure its safety and functionality. With a drainage area of 0.76 square miles and a surface area of 149 acres, this structure plays a key role in maintaining the ecological balance of the Eames Brook.
While the Mount Wayte Outlet Works may face challenges in terms of its condition and risk assessment, its importance in providing water resources for fish and wildlife, as well as recreational opportunities, cannot be understated. With regular inspections and monitoring, this structure continues to serve its purpose effectively, contributing to the overall water management efforts in the region.
Dam Length |
1150 |
Dam Height |
7.2 |
River Or Stream |
EAMES BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
149 |
Hydraulic Height |
0.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.76 |
Nid Storage |
773 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
7 |
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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.
Mount Wayte Outlet Works
Lakeview Avenue 98, Framingham