Baxter Lake Main Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyStrafford
Nearest CityROCHESTER
River/StreamRICKERS BROOK
Coordinates43.32130, -71.04330

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height19 ft
Dam Height19 ft
Dam Length175 ft
Year Completed1923 (103 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,432 acre-ft
Max Storage3,432 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,190 acre-ft
Surface Area288 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge1,156 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerBAXTER LAKE FLOWAGE ASSOCIATION
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/27/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00394
Federal IDNH00394
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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