Wright Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Plymouth County — Tributary of Green Harbor River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyPlymouth
RiverTributary of Green Harbor River
Coordinates42.06320, -70.70285

Physical Characteristics

NID Height11 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length325 ft
NID Storage203 acre-ft
Max Storage203 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionMay 21, 2015
Inspection Frequency10

Dam Information

Year Completed1900
Primary PurposeFire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Duxbury

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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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