Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam
Key Takeaway
Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 59.6% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 406 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 895 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00768 |
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
VILLAGE DISTRICT OF EIDELWEISS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam?
Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little 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 Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam?
Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam is owned by VILLAGE DISTRICT OF EIDELWEISS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam built?
Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam?
Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little 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 Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam?
Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam last inspected?
Pea Porridge Pond Middle Little Dam was last inspected on June 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.