Red Leaf Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Red Leaf Pond Dam, also known as Sucker Pond Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Croydon, New Hampshire.
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Summary
Serving primarily for recreational purposes, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 8 feet and stretches 80 feet in length. Built in 1892, it offers a storage capacity of 336 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 114 acre-feet and a surface area of 74 acres. The dam regulates Beaver Brook's flow, with a maximum discharge capacity of 236 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Red Leaf Pond Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the NHDES Dam Bureau. The dam lacks an official condition rating but is deemed structurally sound. With its uncontrolled spillway and absence of outlet gates, the dam poses minimal threat to surrounding areas. Red Leaf Pond Dam remains a picturesque feature in Sullivan County, offering a tranquil setting for recreational activities while serving as a key component in managing water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1892 |
Dam Length |
80 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
74 |
Drainage Area |
1.8 |
Nid Storage |
336 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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.
Red Leaf Pond Dam
Lake Coniston (Long Pond) boat launch