Bear Hill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bear Hill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.4% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1885 (141 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1984 |
| NID ID | NH00927 |
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
NH DNCR
State Government
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Unknown 9 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bear Hill Pond Dam?
Bear Hill 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 Bear Hill Pond Dam?
Bear Hill Pond Dam is owned by NH DNCR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Hill Pond Dam built?
Bear Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 Bear Hill Pond Dam?
Bear Hill 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 Bear Hill Pond Dam?
Bear Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Bear Hill Pond Dam last inspected?
Bear Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.