Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00912 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF WINCHESTER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam?
Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam?
Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF WINCHESTER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam built?
Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam?
Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam?
Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam last inspected?
Paper Mills Holding Pond Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.