Cold River Site 1 Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyCarroll
Nearest CityCHATHAM
River/StreamBASIN BROOK
Coordinates44.27009, -71.01871

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length1,080 ft
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,360 acre-ft
Max Storage1,360 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge8,870 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerNH DES WATER DIVISION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/18/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00479
Federal IDNH00479
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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