Stone Pond Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Stone Pond Mill Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.4% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 76 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00302 |
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
ENRIQUE AND MICHELE TORRES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stone Pond Mill Dam?
Stone Pond Mill 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 Stone Pond Mill Dam?
Stone Pond Mill Dam is owned by ENRIQUE AND MICHELE TORRES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stone Pond Mill Dam built?
Stone Pond Mill Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Stone Pond Mill Dam?
Stone Pond Mill 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 Stone Pond Mill Dam?
Stone Pond Mill Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Stone Pond Mill Dam last inspected?
Stone Pond Mill Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.