Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam

NA· Grafton, New Hampshire· Built 1975· Earth· 19 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 68% in NH)
Dam Length2,360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage126 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
Year Modified1988
NID IDNH00590

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: July 25, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

TOWN OF LINCOLN

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Lincoln 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 Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam is owned by TOWN OF LINCOLN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam built?

Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Lincoln 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 Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam last inspected?

Lincoln Sewage Lagoon Dam was last inspected on July 25, 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.