Souhegan Site 14 Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyHillsborough
Nearest CityNEW IPSWICH
River/StreamFURNACE BROOK
Coordinates42.76470, -71.85970

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length1,510 ft
Year Completed1836 (190 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage885 acre-ft
Max Storage885 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge4,700 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerNH DES WATER DIVISION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/07/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00433
Federal IDNH00433
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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