Morgan Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Morgan Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 95.3% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 1,525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 255 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,005 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00528 |
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
City of Groton
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Morgan Pond Dam?
Morgan 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 Morgan Pond Dam?
Morgan Pond Dam is owned by City of Groton (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morgan Pond Dam built?
Morgan Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Morgan Pond Dam?
Morgan Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morgan Pond Dam?
Morgan Pond Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Morgan Pond Dam last inspected?
Morgan Pond Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.