Adams Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Adams Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 16% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 677 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1987 |
| NID ID | NH01089 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE COUNCIL BSA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Adams Pond Dam?
Adams Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Adams Pond Dam?
Adams Pond Dam is owned by SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE COUNCIL BSA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adams Pond Dam built?
Adams Pond Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Adams Pond Dam?
Adams Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Adams Pond Dam?
Adams Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Adams Pond Dam last inspected?
Adams Pond Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.