Putney Meadow Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Putney Meadow Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1800 and is 226 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 90 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1800 (226 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00486 |
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
MR TIM CHADWICK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Putney Meadow Pond Dam?
Putney Meadow 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 Putney Meadow Pond Dam?
Putney Meadow Pond Dam is owned by MR TIM CHADWICK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Putney Meadow Pond Dam built?
Putney Meadow Pond Dam was completed in 1800, making it 226 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 Putney Meadow Pond Dam?
Putney Meadow 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 Putney Meadow Pond Dam?
Putney Meadow Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Putney Meadow Pond Dam last inspected?
Putney Meadow Pond Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.