Black Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyCheshire
Nearest CityJAFFREY
River/StreamWILLOW BROOK
Coordinates42.79000, -71.97989

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length180 ft
Year Completed1850 (176 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage253 acre-ft
Max Storage253 acre-ft
Normal Storage109 acre-ft
Surface Area48 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge580 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerNH DES WATER DIVISION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection09/02/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00497
Federal IDNH00497
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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