Millard Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Millard Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 66% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | CT01171 |
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
Amorese;Edgerton;Slama
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Millard Pond Dam?
Millard 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 Millard Pond Dam?
Millard Pond Dam is owned by Amorese;Edgerton;Slama (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Millard Pond Dam?
Millard Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Millard Pond Dam?
Millard Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Millard Pond Dam last inspected?
Millard Pond Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.