Cranberry Pond Dam, located in Alstead, New Hampshire, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Humidity
Built in 1925, this Earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a length of 50 feet, providing a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet. The dam's reservoir covers a surface area of 21 acres and has a maximum discharge capacity of 202 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is marked as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and potential upgrades to ensure its safety and functionality. The last inspection in September 2016 revealed this assessment, prompting the need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures to be implemented. With the NHDES DAM BUREAU overseeing its regulation and inspection, efforts are likely underway to address the dam's condition and ensure its continued safe operation for recreational purposes and potential flood control benefits.
Year Completed |
1925 |
Dam Length |
50 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR DART BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Drainage Area |
1.38 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |