Village Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Village Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1921 |
| NID ID | NH00303 |
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
AUDIO ACCESSORIES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Village Pond Dam?
Village 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 Village Pond Dam?
Village Pond Dam is owned by AUDIO ACCESSORIES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Village Pond Dam built?
Village Pond Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Village Pond Dam?
Village 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 Village Pond Dam?
Village Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Village Pond Dam last inspected?
Village Pond Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.