Deer Pond Dam

TR MOUNTAIN BROOK· Rockingham, New Hampshire· Built 1963· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Deer Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage335 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDNH00439

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 17, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

MR CALGARY MACKENZIE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Deer Pond Dam?

Deer 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 Deer Pond Dam?

Deer Pond Dam is owned by MR CALGARY MACKENZIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Deer Pond Dam built?

Deer Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Deer Pond Dam?

Deer 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 Deer Pond Dam?

Deer Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Deer Pond Dam last inspected?

Deer Pond Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.