Barnstead Parade Dam
Key Takeaway
Barnstead Parade Dam is classified as high hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1830 and is 196 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 16 ft (taller than 54.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 870 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 114 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,645 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1830 (196 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1967 |
| NID ID | NH00229 |
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
NH DES WATER DIVISION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Barnstead Parade Dam?
Barnstead Parade 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 Barnstead Parade Dam?
Barnstead Parade Dam is owned by NH DES WATER DIVISION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barnstead Parade Dam built?
Barnstead Parade Dam was completed in 1830, making it 196 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 Barnstead Parade Dam?
Barnstead Parade 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 Barnstead Parade Dam?
Barnstead Parade Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Barnstead Parade Dam last inspected?
Barnstead Parade Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.