Pickering Ponds Dam
Key Takeaway
Pickering Ponds Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 79% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 3,160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NH03787 |
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
CITY OF ROCHESTER
Local Government
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High Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pickering Ponds Dam?
Pickering Ponds 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 Pickering Ponds Dam?
Pickering Ponds Dam is owned by CITY OF ROCHESTER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pickering Ponds Dam built?
Pickering Ponds Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Pickering Ponds Dam?
Pickering Ponds Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pickering Ponds Dam?
Pickering Ponds Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Pickering Ponds Dam last inspected?
Pickering Ponds Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.