Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam

PIPER BROOK TRIBUTARY· Hartford, Connecticut· Earth· 21 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 76.6% in CT)
Dam Length85 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Modified1978
NID IDCT01578

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: January 15, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

City of New Britain

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam?

Stanley Quarter Park 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 Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam?

Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam is owned by City of New Britain (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam?

Stanley Quarter Park 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 Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam?

Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam last inspected?

Stanley Quarter Park Pond Dam was last inspected on January 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.