Middle Hancock LLC Dam
Key Takeaway
Middle Hancock LLC Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 10.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2007 |
| NID ID | NH02852 |
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
HIGHGLEE LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Hancock LLC Dam?
Middle Hancock LLC 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 Middle Hancock LLC Dam?
Middle Hancock LLC Dam is owned by HIGHGLEE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middle Hancock LLC Dam built?
Middle Hancock LLC Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Middle Hancock LLC Dam?
Middle Hancock LLC Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Middle Hancock LLC Dam?
Middle Hancock LLC 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 Middle Hancock LLC Dam last inspected?
Middle Hancock LLC Dam was last inspected on June 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.