Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 80.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 3,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | NH00735 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TOWN OF JAFFREY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam?
Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon 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 Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam?
Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam is owned by TOWN OF JAFFREY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam built?
Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam?
Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam?
Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Jaffrey Sewage Lagoon Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.