Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 42.4% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT00862 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mercedes Zee Corporation LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam?
Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam?
Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam is owned by Mercedes Zee Corporation LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam?
Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam?
Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam last inspected?
Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam was last inspected on March 27, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.