Poole Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Poole Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 63.7% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 352 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 352 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00631 |
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
Hole In The Wall Gang Camp Fund, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Poole Pond Dam?
Poole Pond Dam 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 Poole Pond Dam?
Poole Pond Dam is owned by Hole In The Wall Gang Camp Fund, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poole Pond Dam built?
Poole Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Poole Pond Dam?
Poole 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 Poole Pond Dam?
Poole Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Poole Pond Dam last inspected?
Poole Pond Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.