Wildsong Farm Pond Dam 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Wildsong Farm Pond Dam 1, located in Alton, New Hampshire, is a privately-owned earth dam completed in 1969 for the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
With a dam height of 16 feet and a length of 160 feet, this structure has a normal storage capacity of 45 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 68 acre-feet. The dam is state-regulated by the NHDES Dam Bureau, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement all conducted by the state.
The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, with a fair condition assessment. The last inspection was conducted in May 2018, revealing a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 3 feet and a surface area of 8.5 acres. It sits on an unnamed stream in Belknap County, New Hampshire, contributing to the local water resource management and environmental conservation efforts in the region. Wildsong Farm Pond Dam 1 serves as a vital component of the area's infrastructure, providing crucial water storage and fire protection capabilities while supporting the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
160 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED STREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Wildsong Farm Pond Dam 1
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