Gavins Pond Dam

Massachusetts — Norfolk County — Rumford River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
RiverRumford River
Coordinates42.07939, -71.21172

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length270 ft
NID Storage170 acre-ft
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 27, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Foxborough;Town of Sharon

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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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