Huckins Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Huckins Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 16% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 115 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,670 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00256 |
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
not owner MR PHILLIP WINN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Huckins Mill Pond Dam?
Huckins Mill 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 Huckins Mill Pond Dam?
Huckins Mill Pond Dam is owned by not owner MR PHILLIP WINN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Huckins Mill Pond Dam built?
Huckins Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Huckins Mill Pond Dam?
Huckins Mill 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 Huckins Mill Pond Dam?
Huckins Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Huckins Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Huckins Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on September 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.