Sunset Lake Dam

Massachusetts — Norfolk County — Cocasset River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
RiverCocasset River
Coordinates42.05946, -71.26288

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length250 ft
NID Storage92 acre-ft
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 25, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation

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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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