Washburn Mill Dam

MOHAWK RIVER· Coos, New Hampshire· Earth· 25 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Washburn Mill Dam is classified as unknown in New Hampshire. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 80.2% in NH)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage23 acre-ft
Normal Storage1 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area25 sq mi
Max Discharge7,331 cfs
Year Modified1929
NID IDNH00347

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 28, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

MR MARCUS HYTONEN

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Washburn Mill Dam?

Washburn Mill 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 Washburn Mill Dam?

Washburn Mill Dam is owned by MR MARCUS HYTONEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Washburn Mill Dam?

Washburn Mill Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Washburn Mill Dam?

Washburn Mill Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Mill Dam last inspected?

Washburn Mill Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.