Kasson Road Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kasson Road Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 17.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 176 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 235 cfs |
| NID ID | CT01523 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kasson Road Pond Dam?
Kasson Road 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 Kasson Road Pond Dam?
Kasson Road Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kasson Road Pond Dam?
Kasson Road Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kasson Road Pond Dam?
Kasson Road Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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.