Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 37.9% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 325 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | CT01658 |
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
Connecticut DEEP
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam?
Sessions Meadow Marsh 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 Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam?
Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam built?
Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam?
Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam?
Sessions Meadow Marsh 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 Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam last inspected?
Sessions Meadow Marsh Dam was last inspected on May 29, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.