Contoocook River Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyCheshire
Nearest CityJAFFREY
River/StreamCONTOOCOOK RIVER
Coordinates42.81452, -72.02312

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length98 ft
Year Completed1861 (165 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage60 acre-ft
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area21 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTOWN OF JAFFREY
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/02/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00733
Federal IDNH00733
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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