Lower Wilson Pond Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyCheshire
Nearest CitySWANZEY
River/StreamMINNEWAWA BROOK
Coordinates42.89690, -72.26360

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length120 ft
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage560 acre-ft
Max Storage560 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTOWN OF SWANZEY
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/23/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00206
Federal IDNH00206
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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