Kettletown Brook Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kettletown Brook Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 54.3% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT01291 |
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
Southbury Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kettletown Brook Pond Dam?
Kettletown Brook 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 Kettletown Brook Pond Dam?
Kettletown Brook Pond Dam is owned by Southbury Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kettletown Brook Pond Dam?
Kettletown Brook Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kettletown Brook Pond Dam?
Kettletown Brook Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Kettletown Brook Pond Dam last inspected?
Kettletown Brook Pond Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.