Deer Pond Dam
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 Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 335 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00439 |
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 CALGARY MACKENZIE
Private
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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.