Scott Pond Dam in Fitzwilliam, New Hampshire, is a private earth dam constructed in 1918 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans 210 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 825 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 470 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Scott Brook, with a drainage area of 6.3 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 747 cubic feet per second.
Despite its recreational significance, Scott Pond Dam poses a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of October 2013. The last inspection in August 2019 revealed the dam's structural integrity to be in need of improvement. The dam is regulated by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Dam Bureau and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure public safety and environmental protection. With a risk assessment rating of moderate (3), Scott Pond Dam is a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the challenges of managing aging infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1918 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
SCOTT BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
170 |
Drainage Area |
6.3 |
Nid Storage |
825 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |