Rochester Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyStrafford
Nearest CityROCHESTER
River/StreamHOWARD BROOK
Coordinates43.28978, -71.04215

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height26 ft
Dam Height26 ft
Dam Length668 ft
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage745 acre-ft
Max Storage745 acre-ft
Normal Storage663 acre-ft
Surface Area52 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge419 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF ROCHESTER
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/13/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00152
Federal IDNH00152
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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