Howe Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyCheshire
Nearest CityHARRISVILLE
River/StreamTR MINNEWAWA BROOK
Coordinates42.92677, -72.12987

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeStone
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length170 ft
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,070 acre-ft
Max Storage2,070 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,717 acre-ft
Surface Area166 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge870 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerNH DES WATER DIVISION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/12/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00095
Federal IDNH00095
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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