Carrington Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Carrington Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 17.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 182 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00309 |
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
Town of Beacon Falls
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Carrington Pond Dam?
Carrington 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 Carrington Pond Dam?
Carrington Pond Dam is owned by Town of Beacon Falls (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carrington Pond Dam built?
Carrington Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Carrington Pond Dam?
Carrington 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 Carrington Pond Dam?
Carrington Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Carrington Pond Dam last inspected?
Carrington Pond Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.