Blissville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Blissville Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 37.9% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 20 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Max Discharge | 378 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00653 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Town of Lisbon
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Blissville Pond Dam?
Blissville Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Blissville Pond Dam?
Blissville Pond Dam is owned by Town of Lisbon (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blissville Pond Dam built?
Blissville Pond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Blissville Pond Dam?
Blissville 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 Blissville Pond Dam?
Blissville Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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.