Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam

UNNAMED STREAM· Belknap, New Hampshire· Built 1976· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 80.2% in NH)
Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage85 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge757 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDNH01051

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 10, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NH DES

Ownership

LAKES REGION GOLF COURSES INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam?

Pheasant Ridge Cc 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 Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam?

Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam is owned by LAKES REGION GOLF COURSES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam built?

Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam?

Pheasant Ridge Cc 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 Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam?

Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam last inspected?

Pheasant Ridge Cc Pond Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2021. 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.