Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam

NA· Cheshire, New Hampshire· Built 1940· Earth· 8 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH)
Dam Length840 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage4 acre-ft
Normal Storage3 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDNH03783

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

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

Ownership

CHESHIRE COUNTY YMCA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon 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 Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam is owned by CHESHIRE COUNTY YMCA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam built?

Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam?

Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon 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 Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam last inspected?

Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam was last inspected on October 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.