Kettletown Brook Pond Dam

KETTLETOWN BROOK· New Haven, Connecticut· Earth· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

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 Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDCT01291

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
Last Inspection: June 25, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

Southbury Farms LLC

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.