Kingswood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kingswood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 16% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 594 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 247 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 985 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1975 |
| NID ID | NH00353 |
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
NH DES WATER DIVISION
State Government
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High Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kingswood Lake Dam?
Kingswood Lake 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 Kingswood Lake Dam?
Kingswood Lake Dam is owned by NH DES WATER DIVISION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kingswood Lake Dam built?
Kingswood Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Kingswood Lake Dam?
Kingswood 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 Kingswood Lake Dam?
Kingswood Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Kingswood Lake Dam last inspected?
Kingswood Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.