Campton Bog Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Campton Bog Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1836 and is 190 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 16% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 781 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1836 (190 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2002 |
| NID ID | NH00326 |
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 FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT
State Government
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High Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Campton Bog Pond Dam?
Campton Bog 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 Campton Bog Pond Dam?
Campton Bog Pond Dam is owned by NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Campton Bog Pond Dam built?
Campton Bog Pond Dam was completed in 1836, making it 190 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 Campton Bog Pond Dam?
Campton Bog 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 Campton Bog Pond Dam?
Campton Bog 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 Campton Bog Pond Dam last inspected?
Campton Bog Pond Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.