Rockwood Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rockwood Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 23.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 349 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 521 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 92 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,246 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00324 |
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
SOCIETY PRESERVATION ROCKWOOD POND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rockwood Pond Dam?
Rockwood 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 Rockwood Pond Dam?
Rockwood Pond Dam is owned by SOCIETY PRESERVATION ROCKWOOD POND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rockwood Pond Dam built?
Rockwood Pond Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Rockwood Pond Dam?
Rockwood 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 Rockwood Pond Dam?
Rockwood 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 Rockwood Pond Dam last inspected?
Rockwood Pond Dam was last inspected on October 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.