Perry Pond Dam

PERRY POND BROOK· Coos, New Hampshire· Built 1947· Stone· 7 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Perry Pond Dam is classified as unknown in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 1.4% in NH)
Dam Length52 ft
Dam TypeStone
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge143 cfs
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
NID IDNH03668

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Perry Pond Dam?

Perry Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Perry Pond Dam?

Perry Pond 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 Perry Pond Dam built?

Perry Pond Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Perry Pond Dam?

Perry Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Perry Pond Dam?

Perry 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 Perry Pond Dam last inspected?

Perry Pond Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.