Pingree Sawmill Dam
Key Takeaway
Pingree Sawmill Dam is classified as unknown in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1812 and is 214 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 342 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1812 (214 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1949 |
| NID ID | NH00742 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MANCHESTER WATER WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pingree Sawmill Dam?
Pingree Sawmill 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 Pingree Sawmill Dam?
Pingree Sawmill Dam is owned by MANCHESTER WATER WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pingree Sawmill Dam built?
Pingree Sawmill Dam was completed in 1812, making it 214 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 Pingree Sawmill Dam?
Pingree Sawmill 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 Pingree Sawmill Dam?
Pingree Sawmill Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Pingree Sawmill Dam last inspected?
Pingree Sawmill Dam was last inspected on August 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.