Fifield Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fifield Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 36.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 267 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | NH00617 |
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
WELCH ROAD TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fifield Farm Pond Dam?
Fifield Farm 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 Fifield Farm Pond Dam?
Fifield Farm Pond Dam is owned by WELCH ROAD TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fifield Farm Pond Dam built?
Fifield Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Fifield Farm Pond Dam?
Fifield Farm Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fifield Farm Pond Dam?
Fifield Farm 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 Fifield Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
Fifield Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.