Skating Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Skating Pond Dam is classified as unknown in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 102 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NH03431 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HERBERT ASSOCIATES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skating Pond Dam?
Skating Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Skating Pond Dam?
Skating Pond Dam is owned by HERBERT ASSOCIATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skating Pond Dam built?
Skating Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Skating Pond Dam?
Skating 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 Skating Pond Dam?
Skating Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Skating Pond Dam last inspected?
Skating Pond Dam was last inspected on December 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.