Deep Hole Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Deep Hole Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 47.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,832 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NH01003 |
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
MR DAN GILLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deep Hole Pond Dam?
Deep Hole 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 Deep Hole Pond Dam?
Deep Hole Pond Dam is owned by MR DAN GILLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deep Hole Pond Dam built?
Deep Hole Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Deep Hole Pond Dam?
Deep Hole 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 Deep Hole Pond Dam?
Deep Hole Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Deep Hole Pond Dam last inspected?
Deep Hole Pond Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.