Russell Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Russell Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00064 |
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 HARRISVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Russell Reservoir Dam?
Russell 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 Russell Reservoir Dam?
Russell Reservoir Dam is owned by TOWN OF HARRISVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Russell Reservoir Dam built?
Russell Reservoir Dam was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Russell Reservoir Dam?
Russell 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 Russell Reservoir Dam?
Russell 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 Russell Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Russell Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.