Haviland Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Haviland Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 42.4% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00359 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Millpond Associates
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Haviland Millpond Dam?
Haviland Millpond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Haviland Millpond Dam?
Haviland Millpond Dam is owned by Millpond Associates (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Haviland Millpond Dam built?
Haviland Millpond 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 Haviland Millpond Dam?
Haviland Millpond 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 Haviland Millpond Dam?
Haviland Millpond Dam has a dam height of 12 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.