Dole Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
Dole Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 211 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00530 |
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
NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dole Marsh Dam?
Dole Marsh 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 Dole Marsh Dam?
Dole Marsh Dam is owned by NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dole Marsh Dam built?
Dole Marsh Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Dole Marsh Dam?
Dole Marsh 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 Dole Marsh Dam?
Dole Marsh Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Dole Marsh Dam last inspected?
Dole Marsh Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.