Pearley Terrill Dam
Key Takeaway
Pearley Terrill Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 42.1% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1977 |
| NID ID | NH00583 |
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 Pearley Terrill Dam?
Pearley Terrill 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 Pearley Terrill Dam?
Pearley Terrill 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 Pearley Terrill Dam built?
Pearley Terrill Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Pearley Terrill Dam?
Pearley Terrill 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 Pearley Terrill Dam?
Pearley Terrill Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Pearley Terrill Dam last inspected?
Pearley Terrill Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.