Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | NH01006 |
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 DUNBARTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam?
Flintlock Estates Fire 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 Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam?
Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF DUNBARTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam built?
Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam?
Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam?
Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam last inspected?
Flintlock Estates Fire Pond Dam was last inspected on November 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.