Morrill Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Morrill Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1800 and is 226 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 23.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 593 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1800 (226 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1996 |
| NID ID | NH01032 |
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 Morrill Mill Pond Dam?
Morrill Mill 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 Morrill Mill Pond Dam?
Morrill Mill 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 Morrill Mill Pond Dam built?
Morrill Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1800, making it 226 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 Morrill Mill Pond Dam?
Morrill Mill Pond 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 Morrill Mill Pond Dam?
Morrill Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Morrill Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Morrill Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.