Paper Goods Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Paper Goods Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 87.9% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 73 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1939 |
| NID ID | CT00253 |
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
Town of Berlin
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Paper Goods Pond Dam?
Paper Goods 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 Paper Goods Pond Dam?
Paper Goods Pond Dam is owned by Town of Berlin (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paper Goods Pond Dam built?
Paper Goods Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Paper Goods Pond Dam?
Paper Goods 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 Paper Goods Pond Dam?
Paper Goods Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Paper Goods Pond Dam last inspected?
Paper Goods Pond Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.