Babbidge Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyCheshire
Nearest CityROXBURY
River/StreamROARING BROOK
Coordinates42.93380, -72.22020

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height38 ft
Dam Height38 ft
Dam Length215 ft
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage528 acre-ft
Max Storage528 acre-ft
Normal Storage450 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge6,500 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF KEENE DPW
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/21/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00398
Federal IDNH00398
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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