Melvin River Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyCarroll
Nearest CityTUFTONBORO
River/StreamMELVIN RIVER
Coordinates43.68984, -71.30360

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length150 ft
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage33 acre-ft
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerNH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection10/26/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00887
Federal IDNH00887
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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