Rowe Dam
Key Takeaway
Rowe Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 47.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 467 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 30 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,137 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | NH00323 |
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
NH DES WATER DIVISION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rowe Dam?
Rowe 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 Rowe Dam?
Rowe Dam is owned by NH DES WATER DIVISION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rowe Dam built?
Rowe Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Rowe Dam?
Rowe 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 Rowe Dam?
Rowe Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Rowe Dam last inspected?
Rowe Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.