Neponset River Dam - Lower Mills

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountySuffolk
Nearest CityMilton
River/StreamNeponset River
Coordinates42.27074, -71.06881

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height15 ft
Dam Length115 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage250 acre-ft
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage220 acre-ft
Surface Area64 acres
Drainage Area109 sq mi
Max Discharge5,300 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection03/18/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA01093
Federal IDMA01093
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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