Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 8.7% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 182 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 323 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00126 |
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
Watertown Fire District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam?
Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd 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 Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam?
Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam is owned by Watertown Fire District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam built?
Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam was completed in 1860, making it 166 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 Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam?
Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd 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 Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam?
Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam has a dam height of 6 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 Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam last inspected?
Big Meadow Pond A.K.A. Judd Pond Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.