Dam at Douglas Rd - Whitinsville MA
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nomadwillie
N 42° 06.570 W 071° 39.924
19T E 279629 N 4665372
Sits at the location of Whitinsville Mill and Forge built in 1826.
Waymark Code: WMP50Y
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 07/02/2015
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The mill was built in 1826 by Paul Whitin and Sons as a cotton textile machinery mill. A historical account (see photo gallery) indicates the "mill stands at the falls of the Mumford River". It describes falls, however over the years it appears that a structure was put in place acting as a dam.
Waterway where the dam is located: Mumford River
Main use of the Water Dam: Other
Material used in the structure: Concrete
Height of Dam: 15 feet
Fishing Allowed: no
Motor Sports Allowed: no
Date built: Not listed
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