Whites Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Whites Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.5% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00281 |
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 Suffield
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whites Pond Dam?
Whites 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 Whites Pond Dam?
Whites Pond Dam is owned by Town of Suffield (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whites Pond Dam built?
Whites Pond Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Whites Pond Dam?
Whites 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 Whites Pond Dam?
Whites Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Whites Pond Dam last inspected?
Whites Pond Dam was last inspected on June 10, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.