Millers Pond Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Millers Pond Dam #1 is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 50.2% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 152 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT01240 |
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
Matthow
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Millers Pond Dam #1?
Millers Pond Dam #1 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 Millers Pond Dam #1?
Millers Pond Dam #1 is owned by Matthow (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Millers Pond Dam #1?
Millers Pond Dam #1 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 Millers Pond Dam #1?
Millers Pond Dam #1 has a dam height of 13 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 Millers Pond Dam #1 last inspected?
Millers Pond Dam #1 was last inspected on December 29, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.