Goose Pond Dike
Key Takeaway
Goose Pond Dike is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1868 and is 158 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 472 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1868 (158 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | NH01064 |
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
CITY OF KEENE DPW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Goose Pond Dike?
Goose Pond Dike 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 Goose Pond Dike?
Goose Pond Dike is owned by CITY OF KEENE DPW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goose Pond Dike built?
Goose Pond Dike was completed in 1868, making it 158 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 Goose Pond Dike?
Goose Pond Dike 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 Goose Pond Dike?
Goose Pond Dike 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 Goose Pond Dike last inspected?
Goose Pond Dike was last inspected on July 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.