Wong Wildlife Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wong Wildlife Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 68% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 338 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00750 |
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
MR JOHN WONG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wong Wildlife Pond Dam?
Wong 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 Wong Wildlife Pond Dam?
Wong Wildlife Pond Dam is owned by MR JOHN WONG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wong Wildlife Pond Dam built?
Wong Wildlife Pond Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Wong Wildlife Pond Dam?
Wong 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 Wong Wildlife Pond Dam?
Wong Wildlife Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Wong Wildlife Pond Dam last inspected?
Wong Wildlife Pond Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.