Cold Brook Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cold Brook Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 68% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,175 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | NH00272 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MR SCOTT TASSINARI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cold Brook Pond Dam?
Cold Brook Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cold Brook Pond Dam?
Cold Brook Pond Dam is owned by MR SCOTT TASSINARI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cold Brook Pond Dam built?
Cold Brook Pond Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Cold Brook Pond Dam?
Cold Brook 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 Cold Brook Pond Dam?
Cold Brook Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Cold Brook Pond Dam last inspected?
Cold Brook Pond Dam was last inspected on October 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.