Cochran Dam
Massachusetts — Norfolk County — Charles River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Norfolk |
| River | Charles River |
| Coordinates | 42.25859, -71.26300 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| NID Storage | 960 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 960 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | March 7, 2017 |
| Inspection Frequency | 10 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1900 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MA Department of Conservation & Recreation;Town of Dover |
| Other Name | Charles River Dam |
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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.