Reservoir Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Reservoir Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 23.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 155 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 163 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00461 |
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
ALISON A KELSEY RESERVOIR POND TRUST
Private
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High Hazard 68 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Reservoir Pond Dam?
Reservoir 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 Reservoir Pond Dam?
Reservoir Pond Dam is owned by ALISON A KELSEY RESERVOIR POND TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reservoir Pond Dam built?
Reservoir Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Reservoir Pond Dam?
Reservoir 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 Reservoir Pond Dam?
Reservoir Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Reservoir Pond Dam last inspected?
Reservoir Pond Dam was last inspected on July 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.