Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 120 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00392 |
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
LOCH LYNDON DEVELOPMENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam?
Loch Lyndon Reservoir 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 Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam?
Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam is owned by LOCH LYNDON DEVELOPMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam built?
Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam?
Loch Lyndon Reservoir 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 Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam?
Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Loch Lyndon Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.