Located in Canaan, New Hampshire, the Canaan Sewage Lagoon Dam is a significant earth dam completed in 1991 with a height of 13 feet and a length of 1240 feet.
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Owned by the local government, this dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is regulated by the NHDES Dam Bureau. With a normal storage capacity of 5.4 million gallons and a hazard potential rated as "Significant," this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
The dam, designed as an earth structure with a buttress core type, is inspected regularly by the state regulatory agency, with the last assessment conducted in June 2015, showing a satisfactory condition. Despite its high risk assessment level of 2, the Canaan Sewage Lagoon Dam has not experienced any major modifications or incidents. With no spillway and a surface area of 0.77 acres, this dam is an essential component of the local water infrastructure, ensuring the safe containment and management of wastewater.
In the event of an emergency, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, raising concerns about the readiness for potential risks. However, with state jurisdiction, permitting, and enforcement in place, the Canaan Sewage Lagoon Dam remains a crucial structure for water management in Grafton County, New Hampshire. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role and maintenance of dams like this is essential for sustainable water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
1240 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
NA |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.77 |
Nid Storage |
9 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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