Dodge Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Dodge Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 36.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 752 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2005 |
| NID ID | NH00146 |
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
TOWN OF LYMAN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dodge Pond Dam?
Dodge 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 Dodge Pond Dam?
Dodge Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF LYMAN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dodge Pond Dam built?
Dodge Pond Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Dodge Pond Dam?
Dodge 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 Dodge Pond Dam?
Dodge Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Dodge Pond Dam last inspected?
Dodge Pond Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.