Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 78.5% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00519 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Stella Lake LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam?
Pine Meadows Park Pond 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 Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam?
Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam is owned by Stella Lake LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam built?
Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam?
Pine Meadows Park Pond 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 Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam?
Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam last inspected?
Pine Meadows Park Pond Pond Dam was last inspected on July 18, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.