Baldwins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Baldwins Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 81.2% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 490 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00133 |
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
City of Meriden
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Baldwins Pond Dam?
Baldwins 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 Baldwins Pond Dam?
Baldwins Pond Dam is owned by City of Meriden (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baldwins Pond Dam built?
Baldwins Pond Dam was completed in 1850, making it 176 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Baldwins Pond Dam?
Baldwins Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baldwins Pond Dam?
Baldwins Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Baldwins Pond Dam last inspected?
Baldwins Pond Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.