Hoague - Sprague is a private hydroelectric dam located in Hopkinton, New Hampshire, along the Contoocook River.
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Built in 1906, this timber crib dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a length of 350 feet, with a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet. The dam's primary purposes include hydroelectric power generation, fire protection, and maintaining a stock or small fish pond.
Managed by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Dam Bureau, Hoague - Sprague is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. The dam is also federally regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, which oversees its operations and inspections. With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and a significant hazard potential, the dam poses moderate risk, requiring risk management measures to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Despite its age, Hoague - Sprague continues to play a vital role in water resource management and renewable energy production in the region. The dam's historical significance, combined with its modern regulatory oversight, highlights the importance of balancing water resource utilization with environmental protection in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1906 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
Contoocook River |
Primary Dam Type |
Timber Crib |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
427 |
Nid Storage |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
14 |