Hollingsworth & Vose Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
Nearest CityWalpole
River/StreamNeponset River
Coordinates42.16402, -71.21276

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Length400 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage45 acre-ft
Max Storage45 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area25 sq mi
Max Discharge1,120 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerHollingsworth & Vose Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/17/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA03136
Federal IDMA03136
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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