Whites Pond Dam and Dike
Key Takeaway
Whites Pond Dam and Dike is classified as high hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 47.8% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 405 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,502 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | NH00106 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WINSUNVALE SHORES HOME OWNERS ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whites Pond Dam and Dike?
Whites Pond Dam and Dike is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Whites Pond Dam and Dike?
Whites Pond Dam and Dike is owned by WINSUNVALE SHORES HOME OWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whites Pond Dam and Dike built?
Whites Pond Dam and Dike was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Whites Pond Dam and Dike?
Whites Pond Dam and Dike 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 Whites Pond Dam and Dike?
Whites Pond Dam and Dike has a dam height of 15 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 Whites Pond Dam and Dike last inspected?
Whites Pond Dam and Dike was last inspected on August 31, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.