Upper Shawme Lake Dam
Massachusetts, Barnstable County, Mill Creek
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Barnstable |
| River | Mill Creek |
| Coordinates | 41.75088, -70.50244 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| NID Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 25, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | - |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Sandwich |
| Other Name | N/A |
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.