Goose Pond Dam, also known as Otterville Pond Dam, is a private dam located in New London, Merrimack County, New Hampshire.
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Built in 1920, this concrete buttress dam stands at a height of 12 feet and stretches 140 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a surface area of 15 acres for activities like boating and fishing.
Managed by the NHDES Dam Bureau, Goose Pond Dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam poses minimal threat to the surrounding area. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled with a width of 11 feet, helps regulate water flow to prevent flooding downstream along Little Sunapee Brook.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Goose Pond Dam offers a fascinating case study in dam management and recreational use. Its historical significance, engineering design, and environmental impact make it a noteworthy structure in New Hampshire's water infrastructure. As efforts continue to maintain and monitor the dam's condition, it serves as a reminder of the balance between human development and natural resource conservation in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
140 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE SUNAPEE BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
8.8 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |