Hopeville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hopeville Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 67.8% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 590 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 122 acres |
| Drainage Area | 60 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,985 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00438 |
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
Connecticut DEEP
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hopeville Pond Dam?
Hopeville 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 Hopeville Pond Dam?
Hopeville Pond Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hopeville Pond Dam built?
Hopeville Pond Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Hopeville Pond Dam?
Hopeville 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 Hopeville Pond Dam?
Hopeville Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Hopeville Pond Dam last inspected?
Hopeville Pond Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.