Farmington Levee
Key Takeaway
Farmington Levee is classified as high hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 47.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 3,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2015 |
| NID ID | NH03803 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF FARMINGTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Farmington Levee?
Farmington Levee is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Farmington Levee?
Farmington Levee is owned by TOWN OF FARMINGTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Farmington Levee built?
Farmington Levee was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Farmington Levee?
Farmington Levee serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Farmington Levee?
Farmington Levee has a dam height of 15 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 Farmington Levee last inspected?
Farmington Levee was last inspected on September 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.