Arlington Mills Res West Dike

SPICKETT RIVER· Rockingham, New Hampshire· Built 1922· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Arlington Mills Res West Dike is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 16% in NH)
Dam Length230 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.1K acre-ft
Surface Area320 acres
Drainage Area21 sq mi
Year Completed1922 (104 years old)
NID IDNH00029

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 12, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

TOWN OF SALEM

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arlington Mills Res West Dike?

Arlington Mills Res West Dike is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Arlington Mills Res West Dike?

Arlington Mills Res West Dike is owned by TOWN OF SALEM (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Arlington Mills Res West Dike built?

Arlington Mills Res West Dike was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Arlington Mills Res West Dike?

Arlington Mills Res West Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Arlington Mills Res West Dike?

Arlington Mills Res West Dike has a dam height of 10 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 Arlington Mills Res West Dike last inspected?

Arlington Mills Res West Dike was last inspected on November 12, 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.