Wooley Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wooley Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1800 and is 226 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 58.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 72 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1800 (226 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00532 |
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 Greenwich
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wooley Pond Dam?
Wooley 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 Wooley Pond Dam?
Wooley Pond Dam is owned by Town of Greenwich (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wooley Pond Dam built?
Wooley Pond Dam was completed in 1800, making it 226 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 Wooley Pond Dam?
Wooley 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 Wooley Pond Dam?
Wooley Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Wooley Pond Dam last inspected?
Wooley Pond Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.