Wadleigh Falls Dam
Key Takeaway
Wadleigh Falls Dam is classified as unknown in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 36.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 154 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1982 |
| NID ID | NH03811 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MR CHRISTOPHER DODGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wadleigh Falls Dam?
Wadleigh Falls Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wadleigh Falls Dam?
Wadleigh Falls Dam is owned by MR CHRISTOPHER DODGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wadleigh Falls Dam built?
Wadleigh Falls Dam was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Wadleigh Falls Dam?
Wadleigh Falls 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 Wadleigh Falls Dam?
Wadleigh Falls 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 Wadleigh Falls Dam last inspected?
Wadleigh Falls Dam was last inspected on July 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.