Reams Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Reams Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 37.9% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 109 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00191 |
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
Quinnatisset Golf Club, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reams Pond Dam?
Reams 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 Reams Pond Dam?
Reams Pond Dam is owned by Quinnatisset Golf Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reams Pond Dam built?
Reams Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Reams Pond Dam?
Reams 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 Reams Pond Dam?
Reams Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Reams Pond Dam last inspected?
Reams Pond Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.