Williams Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Williams Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1865 and is 161 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 84.4% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 792 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 263 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 283 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1865 (161 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | CT00551 |
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 Lebanon
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Williams Pond Dam?
Williams 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 Williams Pond Dam?
Williams Pond Dam is owned by Town of Lebanon (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Williams Pond Dam built?
Williams Pond Dam was completed in 1865, making it 161 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 Williams Pond Dam?
Williams 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 Williams Pond Dam?
Williams Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Williams Pond Dam last inspected?
Williams Pond Dam was last inspected on October 7, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.