Dole Reservoir Dike

TR. STEVENS BROOK· Sullivan, New Hampshire· Built 1913· Concrete· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dole Reservoir Dike is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 23.8% in NH)
Dam Length204 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage206 acre-ft
Normal Storage190 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge201 cfs
Year Completed1913 (113 years old)
Year Modified2012
NID IDNH01004

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: Yes
Last Inspection: August 3, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

CITY OF CLAREMONT

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dole Reservoir Dike?

Dole Reservoir Dike 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 Dole Reservoir Dike?

Dole Reservoir Dike is owned by CITY OF CLAREMONT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dole Reservoir Dike built?

Dole Reservoir Dike was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Reservoir Dike?

Dole Reservoir Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dole Reservoir Dike?

Dole Reservoir Dike has a dam height of 11 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 Reservoir Dike last inspected?

Dole Reservoir Dike was last inspected on August 3, 2021. 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.