Sand Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sand Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 161 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 127 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00305 |
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
SAND POND ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sand Pond Dam?
Sand 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 Sand Pond Dam?
Sand Pond Dam is owned by SAND POND ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sand Pond Dam built?
Sand Pond Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Sand Pond Dam?
Sand 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 Sand Pond Dam?
Sand 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 Sand Pond Dam last inspected?
Sand Pond Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.