Franklin Falls Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyMerrimack
Nearest CityFRANKLIN
River/StreamPEMIGEWASSET RIVER
Coordinates43.46895, -71.65931

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height116 ft
Dam Height116 ft
Dam Length1,740 ft
Year Completed1943 (83 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage222,000 acre-ft
Max Storage222,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,000 acre-ft
Surface Area440 acres
Drainage Area1,000 sq mi
Max Discharge205,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - New England District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection06/18/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00003
Federal IDNH00003
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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