Weeks Crossing Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Weeks Crossing Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Hampshire. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 42.1% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,275 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2021 |
| NID ID | NH00899 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Weeks Crossing Pond Dam?
Weeks Crossing Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Weeks Crossing Pond Dam?
Weeks Crossing Pond Dam is owned by NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Weeks Crossing Pond Dam?
Weeks Crossing 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 Weeks Crossing Pond Dam?
Weeks Crossing 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 Weeks Crossing Pond Dam last inspected?
Weeks Crossing Pond Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.