Berry Brook Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Berry Brook Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 84.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 296 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,633 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00313 |
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
CITY OF ROCHESTER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Berry Brook Reservoir Dam?
Berry Brook 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 Berry Brook Reservoir Dam?
Berry Brook Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF ROCHESTER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berry Brook Reservoir Dam built?
Berry Brook Reservoir Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Berry Brook Reservoir Dam?
Berry Brook 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 Berry Brook Reservoir Dam?
Berry Brook Reservoir 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 Berry Brook Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Berry Brook Reservoir Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.