Wason Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wason Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 63.5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 176 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2011 |
| NID ID | NH00437 |
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 CHESTER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wason Pond Dam?
Wason 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 Wason Pond Dam?
Wason Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF CHESTER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wason Pond Dam built?
Wason Pond Dam was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Wason Pond Dam?
Wason 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 Wason Pond Dam?
Wason Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Wason Pond Dam last inspected?
Wason Pond Dam was last inspected on October 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.