Franklin Falls Hydro Dam 2

Significant HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyMerrimack
Nearest CityFRANKLIN
River/StreamWINNIPESAUKEE RIVER
Coordinates43.44270, -71.64940

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length150 ft
Year Completed1888 (138 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage45 acre-ft
Max Storage45 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area457 sq mi
Max Discharge2,000 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerFRANKLIN FALLS HYDRO CORP
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection05/24/2018
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDNH83025
Federal IDNH83025
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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