Upper Millpond Dam

Essex County, Massachusetts (near Rowley)

River/Stream: Mill River

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Rockfill
Height
9 ft
Dam Length
250 ft
Reservoir Storage
73 acre-ft
Year Completed
1920
Primary Purpose
Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

Fair

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
MA00244
State
Massachusetts (MA)
Coordinates
42.70867, -70.94252
Age
106 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.