High View Wildlife Pond Dam dam
High View Wildlife Pond Dam
High View Wildlife Pond Dam, located in Lempster, New Hampshire, stands as a vital structure regulated by the NHDES DAM BUREAU for its recreational purposes. Built in 1968, this Earth dam with a height of 27 feet and a length of 524 feet holds a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, providing a picturesque surface area of 4.5 acres for wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's poor condition assessment and moderate risk rating signal the need for maintenance and risk management measures to ensure its long-term safety and functionality.
The dam's inspection frequency of every six years, last conducted in July 2015, highlights the ongoing monitoring efforts to assess its structural integrity and safety. The presence of an uncontrolled spillway and a drainage area of 0.18 square miles further emphasize the importance of regular assessments and potential improvements to mitigate any risks associated with increased discharge levels. As a private-owned dam, the responsibility falls on the owner to adhere to state regulations and inspection requirements, underscoring the collaborative efforts needed to safeguard water resources and the surrounding ecosystem.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, High View Wildlife Pond Dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of human infrastructure with natural habitats. As discussions around dam safety and maintenance continue, the dam's role in providing recreational opportunities while balancing potential risks underscores the need for sustainable management practices. By prioritizing regular inspections, risk assessments, and maintenance measures, stakeholders can work together to ensure the long-term resilience and safety of High View Wildlife Pond Dam, contributing to the preservation of water resources and the protection of wildlife in the area.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around High View Wildlife Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Branch River Near Antrim | 61 cfs | → |
| Ashuelot River Near Gilsum | 126 cfs | → |
| Sugar River At West Claremont | 431 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At North Walpole | 11,900 cfs | → |
| Williams River Near Rockingham Vt | 144 cfs | → |
| Contoocook River Near Henniker | 782 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near High View Wildlife Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Dodge Pond Boat Launch
- Butterfield Pond Boat Launch
- Long Pond Boat Launch
- Sand Pond Boat Launch
- Millen Lake Boat Launch
- Halfmoon Pond Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Northstar Campground
- Fox Brook Tent Site
- Tree Farm Campground
- Mt. Ascutney State Park
- Mile-Away Campground
- Ascutney Mt Stone Hut
Paddle runs
- Begins In Franklin To Sewall's Island
- First Bridge Upstream On Route 100 To Confluence With West River
- Sewall's Island To Manchester Street Bridge
- Headwaters To First Bridge Upstream On Route 100
- Headwaters To Crossing Of Route 100 Near Route 155
- Headwaters To Confluence With West River (End Of Sherman Road)
Track High View Wildlife Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About High View Wildlife Pond Dam
Where does the data for High View Wildlife Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of High View Wildlife Pond Dam.