Garvins Falls
Key Takeaway
Garvins Falls is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 63.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 7.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 504 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,427 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 113,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00090 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Garvins Falls?
Garvins 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 Garvins Falls?
Garvins Falls is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Garvins Falls built?
Garvins Falls was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Garvins Falls?
Garvins Falls serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Garvins Falls?
Garvins 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 Garvins Falls last inspected?
Garvins Falls was last inspected on May 15, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.