Washburn Corners Dam
Key Takeaway
Washburn Corners Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 42.1% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 289 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 613 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 202 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,430 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1958 |
| NID ID | NH00189 |
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
NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Washburn Corners Dam?
Washburn Corners 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 Washburn Corners Dam?
Washburn Corners Dam is owned by NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Washburn Corners Dam built?
Washburn Corners Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Washburn Corners Dam?
Washburn Corners 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 Washburn Corners Dam?
Washburn Corners Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Washburn Corners Dam last inspected?
Washburn Corners Dam was last inspected on November 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.