Braintree Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
Nearest CityBraintree
River/StreamTown Brook
Coordinates42.21954, -71.01516

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height37 ft
Dam Length666 ft
Year Completed1888 (138 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage950 acre-ft
Max Storage950 acre-ft
Normal Storage300 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge73 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/17/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00827
Federal IDMA00827
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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