Upper Recreation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Recreation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 42.1% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 510 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00749 |
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
LOCKE LAKE COLONY ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Recreation Pond Dam?
Upper Recreation 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 Upper Recreation Pond Dam?
Upper Recreation Pond Dam is owned by LOCKE LAKE COLONY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Recreation Pond Dam built?
Upper Recreation Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Upper Recreation Pond Dam?
Upper Recreation 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 Upper Recreation Pond Dam?
Upper Recreation Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Upper Recreation Pond Dam last inspected?
Upper Recreation Pond Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.