Sunset Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
Nearest CityFoxborough
River/StreamCocasset River
Coordinates42.05945, -71.26288

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Length250 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage92 acre-ft
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge11 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection03/25/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA03113
Federal IDMA03113
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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