Mixville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mixville Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 54.3% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 375 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00302 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Town of Cheshire
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mixville Pond Dam?
Mixville Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mixville Pond Dam?
Mixville Pond Dam is owned by Town of Cheshire (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mixville Pond Dam built?
Mixville Pond Dam was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Mixville Pond Dam?
Mixville 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 Mixville Pond Dam?
Mixville 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 Mixville Pond Dam last inspected?
Mixville Pond Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.