Braintree Dam

Massachusetts — Norfolk County

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
Coordinates42.21954, -71.01517

Physical Characteristics

NID Height37 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length666 ft
NID Storage950 acre-ft
Max Storage950 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1888
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
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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