Willow Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Willow Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 16% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | NH01005 |
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
WILLOW POND DEVELOPMENT CO LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Willow Pond Dam?
Willow 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 Willow Pond Dam?
Willow Pond Dam is owned by WILLOW POND DEVELOPMENT CO LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willow Pond Dam built?
Willow Pond Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Willow Pond Dam?
Willow 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 Willow Pond Dam?
Willow Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Willow Pond Dam last inspected?
Willow Pond Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.