Bancroft Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Bancroft Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 47.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00543 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
OWNER UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bancroft Reservoir Dam?
Bancroft Reservoir Dam 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 Bancroft Reservoir Dam?
Bancroft Reservoir Dam is owned by OWNER UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bancroft Reservoir Dam built?
Bancroft Reservoir Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Bancroft Reservoir Dam?
Bancroft Reservoir 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 Bancroft Reservoir Dam?
Bancroft Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Bancroft Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Bancroft Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.