Souhegan River Site 33 Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyHillsborough
Nearest CityWILTON
River/StreamKING BROOK
Coordinates42.86110, -71.74940

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length510 ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage900 acre-ft
Max Storage900 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,100 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 IDNH00265
Federal IDNH00265
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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