Whitefield Lagoon Dam, located in Whitefield, New Hampshire, is a significant earth dam completed in 1984 with a height of 32 feet and a length of 780 feet.
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Owned by the local government, this dam serves a primary purpose classified as "Other" and has a storage capacity of 14 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES DAM BUREAU) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
With a hazard potential rated as "Significant" and a condition assessment deemed as "Satisfactory," Whitefield Lagoon Dam poses a high risk level (2) and requires ongoing risk management measures. The dam lacks a spillway and does not have any associated locks or outlet gates. Despite its remote location in Coos County, New Hampshire, the dam's importance in water resource management cannot be understated, especially in the context of climate change and increasing demands on water infrastructure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and assess the resilience of dams like Whitefield Lagoon Dam to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water resources in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
780 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
NA |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.8 |
Nid Storage |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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Twin Mountain KOA
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Boy Scout's of America
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Living Water Campground
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Haystack Road
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Zealand
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Zealand Campground
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