Sauls Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sauls Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 16% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00814 |
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
MR ALFRED BROWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sauls Pond Dam?
Sauls 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 Sauls Pond Dam?
Sauls Pond Dam is owned by MR ALFRED BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sauls Pond Dam built?
Sauls Pond Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Sauls Pond Dam?
Sauls 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 Sauls Pond Dam?
Sauls Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Sauls Pond Dam last inspected?
Sauls Pond Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.