Cocheco Falls
New Hampshire — Strafford County — Cocheco River
Location
| State | New Hampshire |
| County | Strafford |
| River | Cocheco River |
| Coordinates | 43.19640, -70.87380 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| NID Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 21, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1930 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Dover |
| Other Name | Central Avenue Dam |
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.