Lake Cochichewick Outlet Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyEssex
Nearest CityN. Andover
River/StreamCochichewick Brook
Coordinates42.68978, -71.10531

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height13 ft
Dam Length100 ft
Year Completed1865 (161 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage8,100 acre-ft
Max Storage8,100 acre-ft
Normal Storage6,300 acre-ft
Surface Area575 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of North Andover
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/09/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00278
Federal IDMA00278
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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