Transylvania Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Transylvania Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1893 and is 133 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 17.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1893 (133 years old) |
| NID ID | CT01680 |
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
Town of Southbury
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Transylvania Pond Dam?
Transylvania 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 Transylvania Pond Dam?
Transylvania Pond Dam is owned by Town of Southbury (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Transylvania Pond Dam built?
Transylvania Pond Dam was completed in 1893, making it 133 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 Transylvania Pond Dam?
Transylvania 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 Transylvania Pond Dam?
Transylvania Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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.