Souhegan River Site 26 Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyHillsborough
Nearest CityTEMPLE
River/StreamBLOOD BROOK
Coordinates42.84380, -71.83380

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height79 ft
Dam Height79 ft
Dam Length675 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,486 acre-ft
Max Storage1,486 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge12,544 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerNH DES WATER DIVISION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/25/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00207
Federal IDNH00207
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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