Airport Marsh Dam, located in Whitefield, New Hampshire, is a state-owned structure regulated by the NHDES Dam Bureau.
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Completed in 1955, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a height of 11 feet and a length of 300 feet. The dam's storage capacity is 810 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 166 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 12 acres and draining a 14.1 square mile watershed.
Although classified as low hazard potential with fair condition assessment, the Airport Marsh Dam poses a moderate risk according to a 2015 inspection report. The spillway, with a width of 54 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam's design features buttress core types and an unknown foundation. The structure is subject to state regulation, permitting, and inspection, with a six-year inspection frequency to ensure its safe operation and maintenance.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Airport Marsh Dam is a crucial infrastructure for the surrounding community's recreational activities and water resource management. With its regulated status and moderate risk assessment, continued monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure the dam's reliability and safety for both residents and visitors enjoying the Carroll Stream.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
CARROLL STREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
14.1 |
Nid Storage |
810 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Twin Mountain KOA
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Living Water Campground
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Zealand
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Zealand Campground
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Zealand campsite
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Sugarloaf I Campground
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