Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam

NA· Hillsborough, New Hampshire· Built 1978· Earth· 13 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 36.5% in NH)
Dam Length1,150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDNH03714

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

TOWN OF ANTRIM

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam?

Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam?

Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam is owned by TOWN OF ANTRIM (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam built?

Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam?

Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam?

Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam last inspected?

Antrim Sewage Lagoons Dam was last inspected on April 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.