Ice Pond Dam and Dike
Key Takeaway
Ice Pond Dam and Dike is classified as high hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2000 |
| NID ID | NH01351 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY COMPLEX
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ice Pond Dam and Dike?
Ice Pond Dam and Dike is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ice Pond Dam and Dike?
Ice Pond Dam and Dike is owned by ROCKINGHAM COUNTY COMPLEX (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ice Pond Dam and Dike built?
Ice Pond Dam and Dike was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Ice Pond Dam and Dike?
Ice Pond Dam and 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 Ice Pond Dam and Dike?
Ice Pond Dam and 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 Ice Pond Dam and Dike last inspected?
Ice Pond Dam and Dike was last inspected on April 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.