Lake Rico Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBristol
Nearest CityTaunton
River/StreamFurnace Brook
Coordinates41.87989, -71.00067

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Length1,100 ft
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage4,000 acre-ft
Max Storage4,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,260 acre-ft
Surface Area210 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/10/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA03091
Federal IDMA03091
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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