Socha Dam
Key Takeaway
Socha 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 | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,893 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2015 |
| NID ID | NH01030 |
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
MARIE E SOCHA FAMILY IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Socha Dam?
Socha 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 Socha Dam?
Socha Dam is owned by MARIE E SOCHA FAMILY IRREVOCABLE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Socha Dam built?
Socha 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 Socha Dam?
Socha 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 Socha Dam?
Socha Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Socha Dam last inspected?
Socha Dam was last inspected on November 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.