Bear Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bear Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 177 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00500 |
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
CONTOOCOOK VILLAGE PRECT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bear Pond Dam?
Bear 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 Pond Dam?
Bear Pond Dam is owned by CONTOOCOOK VILLAGE PRECT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Pond Dam built?
Bear Pond Dam was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Pond Dam?
Bear Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bear Pond Dam?
Bear Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Pond Dam last inspected?
Bear Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.