Birch Hill Dam

Worcester County, Massachusetts (near ATHOL)

River/Stream: MILLERS RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
49 ft
Dam Length
1,400 ft
Reservoir Storage
76,500 acre-ft
Year Completed
1942
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
56,600 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2021-10-19

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

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
MA00963
State
Massachusetts (MA)
Coordinates
42.63095, -72.12327
Age
84 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.