Richardson Brook Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Richardson Brook Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00275 |
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
RICHARDSON BROOK POND ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richardson Brook Pond Dam?
Richardson Brook 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 Richardson Brook Pond Dam?
Richardson Brook Pond Dam is owned by RICHARDSON BROOK POND ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richardson Brook Pond Dam built?
Richardson Brook Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Richardson Brook Pond Dam?
Richardson Brook 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 Richardson Brook Pond Dam?
Richardson Brook Pond 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 Richardson Brook Pond Dam last inspected?
Richardson Brook Pond Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.