Lake Wicwas Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Wicwas Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.4% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 457 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 330 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 322 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00124 |
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
TOWN OF MEREDITH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wicwas Dam?
Lake Wicwas 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 Lake Wicwas Dam?
Lake Wicwas Dam is owned by TOWN OF MEREDITH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Wicwas Dam built?
Lake Wicwas Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Lake Wicwas Dam?
Lake Wicwas 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 Lake Wicwas Dam?
Lake Wicwas Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Lake Wicwas Dam last inspected?
Lake Wicwas Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.