Sunapee Lake Dam
New Hampshire — Sullivan County — SUGAR RIVER
Location
| State | New Hampshire |
| County | Sullivan |
| River | SUGAR RIVER |
| Coordinates | 43.38520, -72.08190 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| NID Storage | 40,900 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 40,900 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4,090 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 27, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1872 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | NH DES WATER DIVISION |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.