Macdonald Swamp Pond
Key Takeaway
Macdonald Swamp Pond is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 29.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 213 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT01756 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Macdonald Swamp Pond?
Macdonald Swamp Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Macdonald Swamp Pond?
Macdonald Swamp Pond is owned by information not available (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Macdonald Swamp Pond?
Macdonald Swamp Pond 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 Macdonald Swamp Pond?
Macdonald Swamp Pond 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.