Pierce Pond Dam

New Hampshire, Hillsborough County, SQUAM RIVER

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyHillsborough
RiverSQUAM RIVER
Coordinates42.70940, -71.66770

Physical Characteristics

NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length135 ft
NID Storage175 acre-ft
Max Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 19, 2025
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1924
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSQUAM RIVER HYDRO LLC

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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