Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | NH03393 |
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
CHESHIRE CNTY FACILITIES
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam?
Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon 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 Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam?
Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam is owned by CHESHIRE CNTY FACILITIES (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam built?
Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam?
Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon 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 Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam?
Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Ches Cnty Ww Lagoon Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.