Stillwater Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Stillwater Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 90.8% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 443 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 95 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT00098 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 Stillwater Pond Dam?
Stillwater Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Stillwater Pond Dam?
Stillwater Pond Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Stillwater Pond Dam?
Stillwater 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 Stillwater Pond Dam?
Stillwater Pond Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Stillwater Pond Dam last inspected?
Stillwater Pond Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.