Hall Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hall Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 10.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 176 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 479 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | NH00559 |
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 CHARLESTOWN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hall Pond Dam?
Hall 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 Hall Pond Dam?
Hall Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF CHARLESTOWN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hall Pond Dam built?
Hall Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Hall Pond Dam?
Hall 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 Hall Pond Dam?
Hall 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 Hall Pond Dam last inspected?
Hall Pond Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.