Marchs Pond Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyStrafford
Nearest CityNEW DURHAM
River/StreamHAYES BROOK
Coordinates43.46440, -71.13250

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height8 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length3,500 ft
Year Completed1840 (186 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage840 acre-ft
Max Storage840 acre-ft
Normal Storage365 acre-ft
Surface Area114 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge727 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTOWN OF NEW DURHAM
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/29/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNH00350
Federal IDNH00350
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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