North Village Dam
Key Takeaway
North Village Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1836 and is 190 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 145 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 125 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,060 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1836 (190 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00170 |
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 PETERBOROUGH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Village Dam?
North Village 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 North Village Dam?
North Village Dam is owned by TOWN OF PETERBOROUGH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Village Dam built?
North Village Dam was completed in 1836, making it 190 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 North Village Dam?
North Village 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 North Village Dam?
North Village 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 North Village Dam last inspected?
North Village Dam was last inspected on May 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.