Stump Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Stump Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 54.9% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 539 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00505 |
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
TOWN OF MERRIMACK
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stump Pond Dam?
Stump 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 Stump Pond Dam?
Stump Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF MERRIMACK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stump Pond Dam built?
Stump Pond Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Stump Pond Dam?
Stump 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 Stump Pond Dam?
Stump Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Stump Pond Dam last inspected?
Stump Pond Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.