Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam
Key Takeaway
Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00789 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TOWN OF MILTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam?
Milton Waste Water Lagoons 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 Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam?
Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam is owned by TOWN OF MILTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam built?
Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam?
Milton Waste Water Lagoons 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 Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam?
Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam last inspected?
Milton Waste Water Lagoons Dam was last inspected on August 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.