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Forum: General Discussion 09-10-2025, 06:46 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 70,391
Posted By jeffk
It is my understanding that they use the 40+ year...

It is my understanding that they use the 40+ year mean as a guideline to aim for. Other factors also weigh in. For example, in the Spring, downstream flooding concerns may cause the dam management to...
Forum: General Discussion 09-09-2025, 07:07 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 8,940
Posted By jeffk
It's a complex game. Interest rates are...

It's a complex game.

Interest rates are still a bit high. The best rates require a high credit score.

Since prices are still up, down payments are higher, requiring more cash on hand.

The...
Forum: General Discussion 09-09-2025, 06:43 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 70,391
Posted By jeffk
Just for clarity, the 40+ year mean...

Just for clarity, the 40+ year mean (i.e."normal") level of the lake is 11" less than full pool at this time of year. The excess drop is 7 3/4". Bad enough, but not almost 19".
Forum: General Discussion 09-04-2025, 07:17 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 70,391
Posted By jeffk
Quoting myself, "There are constraints on the...

Quoting myself, "There are constraints on the management of the lake level that cannot be overcome without absurd levels of effort and expense or damaging results because of the attempt."

Decant,...
Forum: General Discussion 09-02-2025, 02:45 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 70,391
Posted By jeffk
I find it amusing that people speculate about...

I find it amusing that people speculate about weather forecasting or other technology that could manage the water level better. There are constraints on the management of the lake level that cannot...
Forum: General Discussion 09-02-2025, 11:05 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 70,391
Posted By jeffk
Ummm, if the dam output is already the lowest it...

Ummm, if the dam output is already the lowest it can go (pretty much through all July and August), how exactly could they have done that? :confused::confused::confused:

Bucket brigade? Everyone...
Forum: General Discussion 09-02-2025, 06:39 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 70,391
Posted By jeffk
Another interesting factoid is that average...

Another interesting factoid is that average rainfall in NH for July and August is 3 to 4 inches per month. The dam minimal output at 250 CFS lets about 4 inches a month flow out. So, the normal dam...
Forum: General Discussion 09-02-2025, 06:26 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 70,391
Posted By jeffk
At the end of June, the lake level was almost...

At the end of June, the lake level was almost EXACTLY where it should have been to match the 40+ year mean targeting. I don't call that "botching" management of the high spring rain amounts. We came...
Forum: General Discussion 08-29-2025, 07:36 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 24,647
Posted By jeffk
I think it can be a complex relationship between...

I think it can be a complex relationship between a business using public resources, like a marina, and the benefits for local society as a whole. For example, without marinas there would be far less...
Forum: General Discussion 08-29-2025, 07:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,787
Posted By jeffk
As of this morning, August 29th @ 6 am, the lake...

As of this morning, August 29th @ 6 am, the lake is 7.68 inches lower than the mean for this time of year.
Forum: General Discussion 08-19-2025, 06:11 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 70,391
Posted By jeffk
Yes, there is a dam in Lakeport/Laconia. It is...

Yes, there is a dam in Lakeport/Laconia. It is running at its minimum. There is a power plant just past the dam so they cannot close the dam completely. At 250 cfs, compared to the max of about 2000...
Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews 08-08-2025, 05:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,264
Posted By jeffk
We dropped by and got THICK pork chops that were...

We dropped by and got THICK pork chops that were the most tender and delicious I have ever had. We also got Sweet Italian sausage but haven't tried it yet.

It's a bit of a drive for us, from...
Forum: Site Support Forum 07-04-2025, 05:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,487
Posted By jeffk
Thanks for keeping us up running and funning!!

Thanks for keeping us up running and funning!!
Forum: General Discussion 05-22-2025, 06:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,993
Posted By jeffk
Microsoft Defender provides decent security if...

Microsoft Defender provides decent security if you are using Windows and it's free. If you are using Windows 11, the new required hardware features significantly harden your system to to some...
Forum: General Discussion 05-21-2025, 06:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,993
Posted By jeffk
When I just cancelled my Breezeline service I...

When I just cancelled my Breezeline service I waited on hold for an hour (apparently a common wait time). When I finally got through the person was very polite and when he offered a price reduction,...
Forum: General Discussion 05-16-2025, 05:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,993
Posted By jeffk
I'm in Center Harbor and got Fidium (1 Gig) last...

I'm in Center Harbor and got Fidium (1 Gig) last October. I also just switched to DirecTV Streaming (was on Breezeline) and also switched my landline phone to VOIP. The Fiber pricing and performance...
Forum: General Discussion 05-09-2025, 05:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,312
Posted By jeffk
When you visit the web sites, you will notice...

When you visit the web sites, you will notice that they tend to focus on different genres/styles of theater. So, "the best" may be the style of play you like. They may have their summer playlists up...
Forum: Automotive 05-06-2025, 05:26 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 25,082
Posted By jeffk
While I am understanding of the problem of...

While I am understanding of the problem of "unnecessary repairs", when I was growing up in NY it was "customary" that your headlights always needed to be aligned at inspection time, and the "burden...
Forum: Winni Wildlife 05-01-2025, 03:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 22,615
Posted By jeffk
One of the problems with windows is that the...

One of the problems with windows is that the hummingbirds can have trouble seeing that they are there, especially when they start chasing each other. We have our feeders in front of windows and...
Forum: Winni Wildlife 05-01-2025, 03:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 22,615
Posted By jeffk
Arrived April 30th

Same day as last year.
Male, ruby throated hummingbird showed up multiple times in the afternoon.
Forum: Automotive 04-27-2025, 06:45 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 25,082
Posted By jeffk
If they don't have insurance or a driver's...

If they don't have insurance or a driver's licence, there is nothing on the car that reflects that illegality. If the car is not inspected or registered there is a visible notification to police...
Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews 04-26-2025, 05:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 17,867
Posted By jeffk
If they have decided to support the type of...

If they have decided to support the type of regulars who offend other customers, they will lose other business and possibly end up closing. Maybe there are enough jerks to keep them in business. The...
Forum: Automotive 04-26-2025, 05:14 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 25,082
Posted By jeffk
What about people driving cars with bad tires,...

What about people driving cars with bad tires, brakes ready to give out, suspension parts ready to fail, and similar problems that can be a danger to other drivers?
Forum: Home, Cottage or Land Maintenance 03-10-2025, 06:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 21,596
Posted By jeffk
I don't want to lead you on a wild goose chase...

I don't want to lead you on a wild goose chase but considering you have a new house and probably modern appliances and systems, I wonder if you are having a problem with "dirty" power from a typical...
Forum: Automotive 03-08-2025, 09:10 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,177
Posted By jeffk
I am of mixed feelings on this. Personally, I...

I am of mixed feelings on this. Personally, I take my car in annually for basic service and a good lookover/inspection. I don't want to be driving a vehicle with bad tires or marginal brakes. Or more...
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