Arlington Mills Res Wheeler Dam
Key Takeaway
Arlington Mills Res Wheeler Dam is classified as high hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 54 ft (taller than 95.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 320 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00028 |
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
TOWN OF SALEM
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Arlington Mills Res Wheeler Dam?
Arlington Mills Res Wheeler 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 Arlington Mills Res Wheeler Dam?
Arlington Mills Res Wheeler Dam 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 Wheeler Dam built?
Arlington Mills Res Wheeler Dam 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 Wheeler Dam?
Arlington Mills Res Wheeler Dam 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 Wheeler Dam?
Arlington Mills Res Wheeler Dam has a dam height of 54 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 Wheeler Dam last inspected?
Arlington Mills Res Wheeler Dam was last inspected on October 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.