Souhegan River Site 12a South Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyHillsborough
Nearest CityTEMPLE
River/StreamRICHARDSON BROOK
Coordinates42.79513, -71.83016

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height38 ft
Dam Height38 ft
Dam Length290 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,310 acre-ft
Max Storage3,310 acre-ft
Normal Storage690 acre-ft
Surface Area108 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge8,483 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerNH DES WATER DIVISION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/11/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00210
Federal IDNH00210
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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