Wildlife Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wildlife Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 28.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 546 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NH02746 |
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
MS LOU DEAN FRANZ ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wildlife Pond Dam?
Wildlife 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 Wildlife Pond Dam?
Wildlife Pond Dam is owned by MS LOU DEAN FRANZ ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wildlife Pond Dam built?
Wildlife Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Wildlife Pond Dam?
Wildlife Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wildlife Pond Dam?
Wildlife 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 Wildlife Pond Dam last inspected?
Wildlife Pond Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.