Hunts Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunts Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 354 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 251 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | NH00046 |
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
MR JOHN BUNCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunts Pond Dam?
Hunts 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 Hunts Pond Dam?
Hunts Pond Dam is owned by MR JOHN BUNCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunts Pond Dam built?
Hunts Pond Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Hunts Pond Dam?
Hunts 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 Hunts Pond Dam?
Hunts 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 Hunts Pond Dam last inspected?
Hunts Pond Dam was last inspected on May 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.