Scribner Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Scribner Road Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 52 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1963 |
| NID ID | NH01050 |
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
MR DALE TURNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scribner Road Dam?
Scribner Road 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 Scribner Road Dam?
Scribner Road Dam is owned by MR DALE TURNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scribner Road Dam built?
Scribner Road Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Scribner Road Dam?
Scribner Road 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 Scribner Road Dam?
Scribner Road 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 Scribner Road Dam last inspected?
Scribner Road Dam was last inspected on November 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.