Morey Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Morey Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 35 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 332 cfs |
| Year Modified | 1947 |
| NID ID | NH00036 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Morey Pond Dam?
Morey 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 Morey Pond Dam?
Morey 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.
What is the primary purpose of Morey Pond Dam?
Morey 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 Morey Pond Dam?
Morey Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Morey Pond Dam last inspected?
Morey Pond Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.