Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 37.9% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 219 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 345 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | CT01488 |
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
Bernice Dickinson & David
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam?
Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) 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 Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam?
Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam is owned by Bernice Dickinson & David (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam built?
Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam?
Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) 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 Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam?
Dickinson (A.K.A. Kenyon) Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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.