Faraway Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Faraway Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00610 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MS MARY WELLINGTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Faraway Pond Dam?
Faraway Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Faraway Pond Dam?
Faraway Pond Dam is owned by MS MARY WELLINGTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Faraway Pond Dam built?
Faraway Pond Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Faraway Pond Dam?
Faraway 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 Faraway Pond Dam?
Faraway Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Faraway Pond Dam last inspected?
Faraway Pond Dam was last inspected on September 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.