Stark Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Stark Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1760 and is 266 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 118 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,617 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1760 (266 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1951 |
| NID ID | NH00488 |
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
NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stark Pond Dam?
Stark 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 Stark Pond Dam?
Stark Pond Dam is owned by NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stark Pond Dam built?
Stark Pond Dam was completed in 1760, making it 266 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 Stark Pond Dam?
Stark Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stark Pond Dam?
Stark 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 Stark Pond Dam last inspected?
Stark Pond Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.