Park Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Park Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 72.5% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 81 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | CT00632 |
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
Connecticut DEEP
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Park Pond Dam?
Park 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 Park Pond Dam?
Park Pond Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Park Pond Dam?
Park 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 Park Pond Dam?
Park Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Park Pond Dam last inspected?
Park Pond Dam was last inspected on August 15, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.