Huckins Mill Dam

SUNCOOK RIVER· Merrimack, New Hampshire· Built 1830· Concrete· 13 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Huckins Mill Dam is classified as unknown in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1830 and is 196 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 36.5% in NH)
Dam Length146 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage137 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area202 sq mi
Year Completed1830 (196 years old)
Year Modified1937
NID IDNH01008

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: July 3, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

WGR LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Huckins Mill Dam?

Huckins Mill 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 Huckins Mill Dam?

Huckins Mill Dam is owned by WGR LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Huckins Mill Dam built?

Huckins Mill Dam was completed in 1830, making it 196 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 Huckins Mill Dam?

Huckins Mill 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 Huckins Mill Dam?

Huckins Mill Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Huckins Mill Dam last inspected?

Huckins Mill Dam was last inspected on July 3, 2018. 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.