Campton Pond Hydro Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyGrafton
Nearest CityCAMPTON
River/StreamMAD RIVER
Coordinates43.86190, -71.63250

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height39 ft
Dam Height39 ft
Dam Length465 ft
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage650 acre-ft
Max Storage650 acre-ft
Normal Storage350 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area58 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerWHITE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL FOREST
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/14/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00130
Federal IDNH00130
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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