Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike
Key Takeaway
Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 17.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 232 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00190 |
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
Nicholas B. Swearer Trustee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike?
Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike 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 Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike?
Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike is owned by Nicholas B. Swearer Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike built?
Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike?
Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike 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 Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike?
Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike 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.
When was Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike last inspected?
Whitmans Pond Dam & Dike was last inspected on June 27, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.