Bradley Lake Dam, located in Andover, New Hampshire, was completed in 1952 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The earth dam, standing at a height of 19 feet and a length of 240 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 3200 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 170 acres. The dam regulates the flow of Hame Shop Brook and boasts a spillway width of 42 feet, providing a controlled release of water during high flows.
Managed by the NHDES Dam Bureau, Bradley Lake Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safe operation. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 deemed it satisfactory. An emergency action plan was last revised in 2009, and the risk assessment rates the dam's risk as moderate. With its scenic location and recreational opportunities, Bradley Lake Dam stands as both a vital water resource structure and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts in Merrimack County, New Hampshire.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
240 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
HAME SHOP BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
170 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
3200 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |