Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam
Key Takeaway
Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 84.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 785 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NH03827 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
NORTH COUNTRY COOS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam?
Balsams Wastewater 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 Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam?
Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam is owned by NORTH COUNTRY COOS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam built?
Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam?
Balsams Wastewater 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 Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam?
Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam last inspected?
Balsams Wastewater Lagoons Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.