New Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
New Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 36.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1885 (141 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00524 |
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
CANTERBURY SHAKER VILLAGE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of New Pond Dam?
New 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 New Pond Dam?
New Pond Dam is owned by CANTERBURY SHAKER VILLAGE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Pond Dam built?
New Pond Dam was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 New Pond Dam?
New 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 New Pond Dam?
New 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 New Pond Dam last inspected?
New Pond Dam was last inspected on November 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.