Bowers Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyHillsborough
Nearest CityNASHUA
River/StreamPENNICHUCK BROOK
Coordinates42.80000, -71.49410

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length420 ft
Year Completed1884 (142 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,040 acre-ft
Max Storage2,040 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,060 acre-ft
Surface Area88 acres
Drainage Area24 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerPENNICHUCK WATER WORKS INC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection09/27/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00330
Federal IDNH00330
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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