Campus Drive Dam
Key Takeaway
Campus Drive Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 83.1% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 203 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | NH03565 |
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
GREEN VIEW MANAGEMENT LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Campus Drive Dam?
Campus Drive 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 Campus Drive Dam?
Campus Drive Dam is owned by GREEN VIEW MANAGEMENT LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Campus Drive Dam built?
Campus Drive Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Campus Drive Dam?
Campus Drive Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Campus Drive Dam?
Campus Drive Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Campus Drive Dam last inspected?
Campus Drive Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.