Knight Meadow Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Knight Meadow Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 10.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 90 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 483 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 748 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00560 |
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
NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT
State Government
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Knight Meadow Pond Dam?
Knight Meadow 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 Knight Meadow Pond Dam?
Knight Meadow Pond Dam is owned by NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Knight Meadow Pond Dam built?
Knight Meadow Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Knight Meadow Pond Dam?
Knight Meadow 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 Knight Meadow Pond Dam?
Knight Meadow 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 Knight Meadow Pond Dam last inspected?
Knight Meadow Pond Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.