New Charles River Dam
Massachusetts — Suffolk County — Charles River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Suffolk |
| River | Charles River |
| Coordinates | 42.36866, -71.06075 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| NID Storage | 7,820 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,820 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 705 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | February 24, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1978 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MA Department of Conservation & Recreation |
Location Map
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.