Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam, located in Richmond, New Hampshire, was completed in 1940 and is privately owned.
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This earthen dam, with a height of 8 feet and a length of 840 feet, serves a primary purpose of "Other". It has a storage capacity of 3.9 acre-feet and a surface area of 0.72 acres, making it a significant structure in the region.
Despite its age, the dam is in poor condition and poses a significant hazard potential, according to the latest assessment in 2016. The dam is regularly inspected by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Dam Bureau, with the last inspection conducted in October 2020. The dam lacks a spillway, and there are no outlet gates or associated structures, raising concerns about its ability to withstand high water levels and potential risks to downstream areas.
Given its high hazard potential and poor condition, stakeholders and authorities need to closely monitor the Ymca Camp Takodah Sewage Lagoon Dam and consider necessary risk management measures to ensure public safety and protect the surrounding environment. With the dam's location in a residential area and its critical role in water management, addressing its maintenance and potential upgrades should be a priority for all involved parties.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
840 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
NA |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.72 |
Nid Storage |
3.9 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Falls Brook Shelter
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Swanzey Lake Camping Area
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Pilgrim Pines Camping Area
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Tully Lake
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Richardson-Zlogar Cabin
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North Dennison Camping Area
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