Peck Pond Dam

MACEDONIA BROOK TRIB· Litchfield, Connecticut· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Peck Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 17.6% in CT)
Dam Length60 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDCT00607

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP & LOCAL

Ownership

Rocky River Realty Co.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Peck Pond Dam?

Peck Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Peck Pond Dam?

Peck Pond Dam is owned by Rocky River Realty Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Peck Pond Dam?

Peck 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 Peck Pond Dam?

Peck Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.