City Aka Upper Slater Pond Dam

PACHAUG RIVER· New London, Connecticut· Masonry·
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

City Aka Upper Slater Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeMasonry
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area62 sq mi
NID IDCT00925

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 26, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

Connecticut DEEP

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of City Aka Upper Slater Pond Dam?

City Aka Upper Slater 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 City Aka Upper Slater Pond Dam?

City Aka Upper Slater Pond Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of City Aka Upper Slater Pond Dam?

City Aka Upper Slater 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.

When was City Aka Upper Slater Pond Dam last inspected?

City Aka Upper Slater Pond Dam was last inspected on May 26, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.