Lower Shawme Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBarnstable
Nearest CitySandwich
River/StreamMill Creek - Spring Fed
Coordinates41.75773, -70.50045

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Length120 ft
Year Completed1654 (372 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage63 acre-ft
Max Storage63 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Sandwich
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/11/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA02470
Federal IDMA02470
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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