Windsorville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Windsorville Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 66% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00270 |
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
Collins;Vinson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Windsorville Pond Dam?
Windsorville 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 Windsorville Pond Dam?
Windsorville Pond Dam is owned by Collins;Vinson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Windsorville Pond Dam built?
Windsorville Pond Dam was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Windsorville Pond Dam?
Windsorville 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 Windsorville Pond Dam?
Windsorville Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Windsorville Pond Dam last inspected?
Windsorville Pond Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.