Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 63.7% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 812 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00560 |
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
Manchester Land Conservation Trust, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam?
Case Brothers Upper 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 Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam?
Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam is owned by Manchester Land Conservation Trust, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam built?
Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam?
Case Brothers Upper 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 Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam?
Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam last inspected?
Case Brothers Upper Pond Dam was last inspected on July 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.