Skatutakee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Skatutakee Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1778 and is 248 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 36.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 478 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 228 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1778 (248 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2017 |
| NID ID | NH00066 |
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
LAKE SKATUTAKEE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skatutakee Lake Dam?
Skatutakee Lake 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 Skatutakee Lake Dam?
Skatutakee Lake Dam is owned by LAKE SKATUTAKEE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skatutakee Lake Dam built?
Skatutakee Lake Dam was completed in 1778, making it 248 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 Skatutakee Lake Dam?
Skatutakee Lake 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 Skatutakee Lake Dam?
Skatutakee Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Skatutakee Lake Dam last inspected?
Skatutakee Lake Dam was last inspected on November 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.