Hidden Pond Dam, located in Stoddard, New Hampshire, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1966 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 15.5 feet and with a length of 680 feet, the dam impounds Rice Brook, creating a surface area of 16.4 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 144 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the NHDES Dam Bureau and undergoes regular inspections, with its hazard potential rated as low and its condition assessed as fair.
With a drainage area of 1.1 square miles, Hidden Pond Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 and is not operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has a normal storage capacity of 75 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 531 cubic feet per second. The dam's associated structures remain unlisted, and it has not required modification in recent years. Overall, Hidden Pond Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, offering a serene haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
680 |
Dam Height |
15.5 |
River Or Stream |
RICE BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16.4 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
144 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |