Willard Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Willard Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 108 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 81 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00058 |
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
AUDUBON SOCIETY OF NH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Willard Pond Dam?
Willard 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 Willard Pond Dam?
Willard Pond Dam is owned by AUDUBON SOCIETY OF NH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willard Pond Dam built?
Willard Pond Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Willard Pond Dam?
Willard 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 Willard Pond Dam?
Willard Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Willard Pond Dam last inspected?
Willard Pond Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.