Dividend Pond-Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Dividend Pond-Upper 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 | 24 ft (taller than 81.2% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00095 |
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
Town of Rocky Hill
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dividend Pond-Upper Dam?
Dividend Pond-Upper 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 Dividend Pond-Upper Dam?
Dividend Pond-Upper Dam is owned by Town of Rocky Hill (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dividend Pond-Upper Dam built?
Dividend Pond-Upper 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 Dividend Pond-Upper Dam?
Dividend Pond-Upper 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 Dividend Pond-Upper Dam?
Dividend Pond-Upper Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Dividend Pond-Upper Dam last inspected?
Dividend Pond-Upper Dam was last inspected on September 18, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.