Neponset River Dam

Massachusetts — Norfolk County — Neponset River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
RiverNeponset River
Coordinates42.13551, -71.25037

Physical Characteristics

NID Height15 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length150 ft
NID Storage153 acre-ft
Max Storage153 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionMarch 28, 2019
Inspection Frequency10

Dam Information

Year Completed1850
Primary Purpose—
Dam TypeStone
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Walpole

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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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