Mossy Pond Dike Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mossy Pond Dam Coachlace Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Mossy Pond Dike in Worcester, Massachusetts, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
This buttress dam stands at a height of 10 feet with a hydraulic height of 18 feet, providing a storage capacity of 201 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is deemed significant, with a fair condition assessment and a high risk assessment rating.
Located in the town of Clinton, Mossy Pond Dike plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Despite its fair condition, the dam is subject to regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The structure's risk management measures are currently unspecified, but its designation as a high-risk dam underscores the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to prevent potential hazards.
In the realm of water resource and climate conservation, Mossy Pond Dike serves as a focal point for regulatory oversight and risk assessment. With its significant hazard potential and high risk rating, this dam highlights the importance of proactive management strategies to safeguard against potential emergencies and ensure the reliable operation of the structure. As water resource enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and management of dams like Mossy Pond Dike is crucial for promoting sustainable water management practices and climate resilience in the region.
Dam Height |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
201 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Mossy Pond Dike
Sewell Drive Shrewsbury