Versailles Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Versailles Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 54.3% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 44 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00472 |
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
Town of Sprague
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Versailles Pond Dam?
Versailles 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 Versailles Pond Dam?
Versailles Pond Dam is owned by Town of Sprague (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Versailles Pond Dam built?
Versailles Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Versailles Pond Dam?
Versailles Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Versailles Pond Dam?
Versailles Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Versailles Pond Dam last inspected?
Versailles Pond Dam was last inspected on December 3, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.