Risdon Pond Dam

Significant HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Nearest CityNAUGATUCK
River/StreamHOPEVILLE POND BROOK
Coordinates41.52613, -73.03937

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length150 ft
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage11 acre-ft
Max Storage11 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge220 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerLin
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
Last Inspection10/19/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00176
Federal IDCT00176
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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