Daniels Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Daniels Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 837 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 383 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00242 |
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
DANIELS LAKE DEVELOPMENT CORP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Daniels Lake Dam?
Daniels Lake 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 Daniels Lake Dam?
Daniels Lake Dam is owned by DANIELS LAKE DEVELOPMENT CORP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daniels Lake Dam built?
Daniels Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Daniels Lake Dam?
Daniels Lake 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 Daniels Lake Dam?
Daniels Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Daniels Lake Dam last inspected?
Daniels Lake Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.