Wildlife Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Wildlife Pond Dam, located in Newport, New Hampshire, was completed in 1972 with a primary purpose of fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
This private dam, standing at a height of 11.6 feet and stretching 260 feet in length, holds a storage capacity of 112.2 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10.2 acres. The dam is regulated by the NHDES DAM BUREAU and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2016, Wildlife Pond Dam is associated with a moderate risk level. The dam has a drainage area of 0.26 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 545.5 cubic feet per second. Its spillway, of uncontrolled type, has a width of 4 feet. The dam's last inspection took place in February 2017, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 6 years. While no emergency action plan (EAP) or inundation maps have been prepared to date, the dam management and regulatory agencies continue to monitor and assess the risk associated with the structure.
With its important role in fire protection and wildlife habitat enhancement, Wildlife Pond Dam stands as a significant feature in the landscape of Sullivan County, New Hampshire. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the ecological value of this earth dam, as it provides essential water storage for local fauna and contributes to the overall health of the surrounding ecosystem. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam's regulatory oversight and maintenance efforts ensure its continued functionality and safety for both human and natural communities.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
11.6 |
River Or Stream |
TR SUGAR RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.26 |
Nid Storage |
112.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Wildlife Pond Dam
Perkins Pond boat launch