Rollins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rollins 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 | 17 ft (taller than 59.6% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 192 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1800 (226 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00017 |
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
MS PATRICIA BOSIAK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rollins Pond Dam?
Rollins 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 Rollins Pond Dam?
Rollins Pond Dam is owned by MS PATRICIA BOSIAK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rollins Pond Dam built?
Rollins 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 Rollins Pond Dam?
Rollins 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 Rollins Pond Dam?
Rollins Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Rollins Pond Dam last inspected?
Rollins Pond Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.