Taylor River Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Taylor River Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 68% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 824 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 26 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00534 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NH DOT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Taylor River Pond Dam?
Taylor River Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Taylor River Pond Dam?
Taylor River Pond Dam is owned by NH DOT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taylor River Pond Dam built?
Taylor River Pond Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Taylor River Pond Dam?
Taylor River 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 Taylor River Pond Dam?
Taylor River Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Taylor River Pond Dam last inspected?
Taylor River Pond Dam was last inspected on October 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.