Comstock Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Comstock Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1874 and is 152 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 13.2% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 186 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1874 (152 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00424 |
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 Essex
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Comstock Pond Dam?
Comstock 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 Comstock Pond Dam?
Comstock Pond Dam is owned by Town of Essex (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Comstock Pond Dam built?
Comstock Pond Dam was completed in 1874, making it 152 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 Comstock Pond Dam?
Comstock Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Comstock Pond Dam?
Comstock Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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.