Red Hill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Hill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.4% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 115 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 242 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1934 |
| NID ID | NH00555 |
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
STEPHEN AND KRISTIN ALLISON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Hill Pond Dam?
Red Hill 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 Red Hill Pond Dam?
Red Hill Pond Dam is owned by STEPHEN AND KRISTIN ALLISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Hill Pond Dam built?
Red Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Red Hill Pond Dam?
Red Hill 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 Red Hill Pond Dam?
Red Hill 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 Red Hill Pond Dam last inspected?
Red Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on November 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.