Pearly Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Pearly Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.4% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 750 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 210 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | NH00383 |
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
PEARLY POND ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pearly Pond Dam?
Pearly 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 Pearly Pond Dam?
Pearly Pond Dam is owned by PEARLY POND ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pearly Pond Dam built?
Pearly Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Pearly Pond Dam?
Pearly 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 Pearly Pond Dam?
Pearly Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Pearly Pond Dam last inspected?
Pearly Pond Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.