Pinneys Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Pinneys Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 29.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 74 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00521 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pinneys Pond Dam?
Pinneys 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 Pinneys Pond Dam?
Pinneys Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pinneys Pond Dam built?
Pinneys Pond Dam was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Pinneys Pond Dam?
Pinneys 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 Pinneys Pond Dam?
Pinneys Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Pinneys Pond Dam last inspected?
Pinneys Pond Dam was last inspected on June 27, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.