Stone Pond Overflow Dam
Key Takeaway
Stone Pond Overflow Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 0.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 76 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| NID ID | NH02504 |
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
EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF NH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stone Pond Overflow Dam?
Stone Pond Overflow 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 Overflow Dam?
Stone Pond Overflow Dam is owned by EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF NH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Stone Pond Overflow Dam?
Stone Pond Overflow 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 Overflow Dam?
Stone Pond Overflow Dam has a dam height of 6 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 Overflow Dam last inspected?
Stone Pond Overflow Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.