Harrington Apartments Pond Dam

BEAVER BROOK· New London, Connecticut· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

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 Length170 ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area11 sq mi
NID IDCT01303

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 11, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

Town of Sprague

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.