Noquochoke Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBristol
Nearest CityDartmouth
River/StreamShingle Island River/East Branch Westport River
Coordinates41.63893, -71.04730

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height14 ft
Dam Length360 ft
Year Completed1854 (172 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,960 acre-ft
Max Storage1,960 acre-ft
Normal Storage440 acre-ft
Surface Area120 acres
Drainage Area27 sq mi
Max Discharge4,489 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCity of Fall River
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/18/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA01085
Federal IDMA01085
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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