Rizzo Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rizzo Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 67.8% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 712 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00659 |
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
David
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rizzo Pond Dam?
Rizzo 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 Rizzo Pond Dam?
Rizzo Pond Dam is owned by David (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rizzo Pond Dam built?
Rizzo Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Rizzo Pond Dam?
Rizzo 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 Rizzo Pond Dam?
Rizzo Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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.