Childs Bog Dam
Key Takeaway
Childs Bog Dam is classified as high hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 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 | 17 ft (taller than 59.6% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 222 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 508 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 117 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,735 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1992 |
| NID ID | NH00096 |
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 Childs Bog Dam?
Childs Bog 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 Childs Bog Dam?
Childs Bog 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 Childs Bog Dam built?
Childs Bog Dam was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Childs Bog Dam?
Childs Bog 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 Childs Bog Dam?
Childs Bog Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Childs Bog Dam last inspected?
Childs Bog Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.