Parizek Pond Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Parizek Pond Dam #1 is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00646 |
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
Sally Barbieri & Phyllis Benton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parizek Pond Dam #1?
Parizek 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 Parizek Pond Dam #1?
Parizek Pond Dam #1 is owned by Sally Barbieri & Phyllis Benton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parizek Pond Dam #1 built?
Parizek Pond Dam #1 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 Parizek Pond Dam #1?
Parizek Pond Dam #1 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 Parizek Pond Dam #1?
Parizek 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 Parizek Pond Dam #1 last inspected?
Parizek Pond Dam #1 was last inspected on November 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.