Goose Pond Dam

E BR SHEPAUG R TRIB· Litchfield, Connecticut· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Goose Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 37.9% in CT)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDCT01691

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 15, 1988
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

Marshepaug Forest, Inc.

Private

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High Hazard 90 ft

Shepaug Reservoir Dam

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High Hazard 65 ft

Unnamed Pond Dam

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Significant Hazard

Hart Pond Dam

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Significant Hazard 5 ft

Lake Floren Dam

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Bantam Hydro Dam

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Woodridge Lake Dam

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High Hazard 34 ft

Jim'S Dam

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Significant Hazard 12 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goose Pond Dam?

Goose 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 Goose Pond Dam?

Goose Pond Dam is owned by Marshepaug Forest, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Goose Pond Dam?

Goose 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 Goose Pond Dam?

Goose 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.

When was Goose Pond Dam last inspected?

Goose Pond Dam was last inspected on November 15, 1988. 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.