Clarks Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Clarks 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 Height | 10 ft (taller than 29.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | CT00974 |
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
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Clarks Pond Dam?
Clarks 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 Clarks Pond Dam?
Clarks Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Clarks Pond Dam?
Clarks 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 Clarks Pond Dam?
Clarks Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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.