Brockton Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Norfolk County — Beaver Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
RiverBeaver Brook
Coordinates42.11352, -71.05111

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,800 ft
NID Storage1,150 acre-ft
Max Storage1,150 acre-ft
Surface Area93 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionFebruary 28, 2017
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1885
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Brockton

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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