Harantis Lake Dam

BEAVER BROOK· Rockingham, New Hampshire· Built 1930· Concrete· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Harantis Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 42.1% in NH)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage145 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge329 cfs
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDNH00337

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: No
Last Inspection: September 23, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

HARANTIS LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harantis Lake Dam?

Harantis Lake Dam 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 Harantis Lake Dam?

Harantis Lake Dam is owned by HARANTIS LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harantis Lake Dam built?

Harantis Lake 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 Harantis Lake Dam?

Harantis 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 Harantis Lake Dam?

Harantis Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Harantis Lake Dam last inspected?

Harantis Lake Dam was last inspected on September 23, 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.