Burton Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Burton Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1837 and is 189 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 42.1% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1837 (189 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00175 |
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
SNVK LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burton Pond Dam?
Burton 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 Burton Pond Dam?
Burton Pond Dam is owned by SNVK LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burton Pond Dam built?
Burton Pond Dam was completed in 1837, making it 189 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 Burton Pond Dam?
Burton 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 Burton Pond Dam?
Burton Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Burton Pond Dam last inspected?
Burton Pond Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.