Perry Pond Dam
Perry Pond Dam is a stone dam located in Coos County, New Hampshire, built in 1947. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification and has a poor condition assessment.
About Perry Pond Dam
The primary purpose of Perry Pond Dam is fish and wildlife pond. The dam creates habitat for fish and wildlife, supporting local ecosystems and potentially serving conservation goals. The dam is owned by Nh Fish And Game Department (state). It impounds the Perry Pond Brook near Pittsburg.
The dam stands 7 feet tall and stretches 52 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 12 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles. Completed in 1947, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
Its condition is rated poor, meaning the dam has recognized safety deficiencies that require remediation to address risks. The most recent inspection on record was 09/16/2020.
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Location
| State | New Hampshire |
| County | Coos |
| Nearest City | Pittsburg |
| River/Stream | Perry Pond Brook |
| Coordinates | 45.22595, -71.22576 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Stone |
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 52 ft |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 143 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Owner | NH FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT |
| Owner Type | State |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 09/16/2020 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NH03668 |
| Federal ID | NH03668 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |