Locke 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Locke 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 83.7% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 363 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2018 |
| NID ID | NH00416 |
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
WATERVILLE ESTATES VILLAGE DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Locke 1 Dam?
Locke 1 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 Locke 1 Dam?
Locke 1 Dam is owned by WATERVILLE ESTATES VILLAGE DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Locke 1 Dam built?
Locke 1 Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Locke 1 Dam?
Locke 1 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 Locke 1 Dam?
Locke 1 Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Locke 1 Dam last inspected?
Locke 1 Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.