Sutton Falls Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
Nearest CitySutton
River/StreamDark Brook
Coordinates42.10951, -71.78190

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Length280 ft
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage136 acre-ft
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge456 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSFCA, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/06/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00956
Federal IDMA00956
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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