Goldman Dam

SOUHEGAN RIVER· Hillsborough, New Hampshire· Built 1930· Concrete· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Goldman Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH)
Dam Length180 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area138 sq mi
Max Discharge7,364 cfs
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDNH00312

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 1, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

HELEN GOODWIN TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goldman Dam?

Goldman 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 Goldman Dam?

Goldman Dam is owned by HELEN GOODWIN TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Goldman Dam built?

Goldman Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Goldman Dam?

Goldman 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 Goldman Dam?

Goldman Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Goldman Dam last inspected?

Goldman Dam was last inspected on September 1, 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.