Abeniki Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Abeniki Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 93.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 1,330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | NH00173 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NORTH COUNTRY COOS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Abeniki Lake Dam?
Abeniki Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Abeniki Lake Dam?
Abeniki Lake Dam is owned by NORTH COUNTRY COOS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Abeniki Lake Dam built?
Abeniki Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Abeniki Lake Dam?
Abeniki Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Abeniki Lake Dam?
Abeniki Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Abeniki Lake Dam last inspected?
Abeniki Lake Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.