Green Acre Lane Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Green Acre Lane 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 | 4 ft (taller than 2.1% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| NID ID | CT50010 |
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
Aspetuck Land Trust Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Acre Lane Pond Dam?
Green Acre Lane 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 Green Acre Lane Pond Dam?
Green Acre Lane Pond Dam is owned by Aspetuck Land Trust Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Green Acre Lane Pond Dam?
Green Acre Lane 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 Green Acre Lane Pond Dam?
Green Acre Lane Pond Dam has a dam height of 4 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 Green Acre Lane Pond Dam last inspected?
Green Acre Lane Pond Dam was last inspected on October 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.