Lemanquais Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lemanquais Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 29.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00456 |
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
Joseph Sparveri & Johnathan Thompson, Trustees
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lemanquais Pond Dam?
Lemanquais 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 Lemanquais Pond Dam?
Lemanquais Pond Dam is owned by Joseph Sparveri & Johnathan Thompson, Trustees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lemanquais Pond Dam built?
Lemanquais Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lemanquais Pond Dam?
Lemanquais 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 Lemanquais Pond Dam?
Lemanquais Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Lemanquais Pond Dam last inspected?
Lemanquais Pond Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.