Hallville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hallville Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 50.2% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | CT00587 |
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
Piela Electric
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hallville Pond Dam?
Hallville 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 Hallville Pond Dam?
Hallville Pond Dam is owned by Piela Electric (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hallville Pond Dam built?
Hallville Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Hallville Pond Dam?
Hallville 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 Hallville Pond Dam?
Hallville Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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.