Harrington Apartments Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrington Apartments Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 66% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT01303 |
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 Sprague
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Harrington Apartments Pond Dam?
Harrington Apartments 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 Harrington Apartments Pond Dam?
Harrington Apartments Pond Dam is owned by Town of Sprague (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Harrington Apartments Pond Dam?
Harrington Apartments Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harrington Apartments Pond Dam?
Harrington Apartments Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Harrington Apartments Pond Dam last inspected?
Harrington Apartments Pond Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.