Hatch Pond Dam

WOMENSHENUK BROOK· Litchfield, Connecticut· Concrete· 3 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Hatch 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 3 ft (taller than 0.7% in CT)
Dam TypeConcrete
Surface Area65 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
NID IDCT01550

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hatch Pond Dam?

Hatch 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 Hatch Pond Dam?

Hatch Pond Dam is owned by information not available (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hatch Pond Dam?

Hatch 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 Hatch Pond Dam?

Hatch Pond Dam has a dam height of 3 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.

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.