Dodge Falls
Key Takeaway
Dodge Falls is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 63.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Max Storage | 4.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 290 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,215 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 47,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00014 |
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
Dodge Falls Associates Limited Partnership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dodge Falls?
Dodge Falls 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 Dodge Falls?
Dodge Falls is owned by Dodge Falls Associates Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dodge Falls built?
Dodge Falls was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Dodge Falls?
Dodge Falls serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dodge Falls?
Dodge Falls has a dam height of 18 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 Dodge Falls last inspected?
Dodge Falls was last inspected on September 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.