Dunklee Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Dunklee Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 10.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00503 |
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 HOLLIS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dunklee Pond Dam?
Dunklee 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 Dunklee Pond Dam?
Dunklee Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF HOLLIS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dunklee Pond Dam built?
Dunklee Pond Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Dunklee Pond Dam?
Dunklee 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 Dunklee Pond Dam?
Dunklee Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Dunklee Pond Dam last inspected?
Dunklee Pond Dam was last inspected on October 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.