East Branch Swift Regulating Dam
East Branch Swift Regulating Dam is an earth dam located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a fair condition assessment.
About East Branch Swift Regulating Dam
The primary purpose of East Branch Swift Regulating Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Ma Department Of Conservation & Recreation (state).
The dam stands 32 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 12 acres, has a storage capacity of 15,198 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 43 square miles.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. Its condition is rated fair — the dam has minor deficiencies that are being addressed or do not pose an immediate safety threat. The most recent inspection on record was 10/17/2019.
At 32 feet, this dam is taller than 76% of dams nationwide.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester |
| Nearest City | Hardwick |
| Coordinates | 42.39293, -72.23890 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 32 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 15,198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15,198 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 43 sq mi |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | MA Department of Conservation & Recreation |
| Owner Type | State |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 10/17/2019 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MA03287 |
| Federal ID | MA00588S003 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |