Mountain Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mountain Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 36.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 348 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1951 |
| NID ID | NH00357 |
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
NEW ENGLAND FORESTRY FOUND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mountain Pond Dam?
Mountain 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 Mountain Pond Dam?
Mountain Pond Dam is owned by NEW ENGLAND FORESTRY FOUND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountain Pond Dam built?
Mountain Pond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Mountain Pond Dam?
Mountain 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 Mountain Pond Dam?
Mountain Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Mountain Pond Dam last inspected?
Mountain Pond Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.