Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam

NA· Coos, New Hampshire· Built 1975· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 47.8% in NH)
Dam Length3,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDNH00942

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 8, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

TOWN OF COLEBROOK

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Colebrook Sewage 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 Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam is owned by TOWN OF COLEBROOK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam built?

Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Colebrook Sewage 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 Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam last inspected?

Colebrook Sewage Lagoon Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.