Roderick Wyant Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Roderick Wyant Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 42.4% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 277 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00638 |
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
Wyant
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roderick Wyant Pond Dam?
Roderick Wyant 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 Roderick Wyant Pond Dam?
Roderick Wyant Pond Dam is owned by Wyant (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roderick Wyant Pond Dam built?
Roderick Wyant Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Roderick Wyant Pond Dam?
Roderick Wyant 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 Roderick Wyant Pond Dam?
Roderick Wyant Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Roderick Wyant Pond Dam last inspected?
Roderick Wyant Pond Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.