Turtle Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Turtle Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 864 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 159 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 427 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00364 |
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
CITY OF CONCORD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Turtle Pond Dam?
Turtle 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 Turtle Pond Dam?
Turtle Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF CONCORD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turtle Pond Dam built?
Turtle Pond Dam was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Turtle Pond Dam?
Turtle 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 Turtle Pond Dam?
Turtle Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Turtle Pond Dam last inspected?
Turtle Pond Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.