Dream Lake Dam

UNNAMED STREAM· Hillsborough, New Hampshire· Built 1966· Earth· 9 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dream Lake Dam is classified as unknown in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 10.9% in NH)
Dam Length50 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage86 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge8 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDNH01172

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 14, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

MR MIKE RICCITELLI

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dream Lake Dam?

Dream Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dream Lake Dam?

Dream Lake Dam is owned by MR MIKE RICCITELLI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dream Lake Dam built?

Dream Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Dream Lake Dam?

Dream 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 Dream Lake Dam?

Dream Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Dream Lake Dam last inspected?

Dream Lake Dam was last inspected on June 14, 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.