Somersville Pond Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyTolland
Nearest CitySOMERSVILLE
River/StreamSCANTIC RIVER
Coordinates41.98250, -72.48782

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length185 ft
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage533 acre-ft
Max Storage533 acre-ft
Normal Storage350 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area57 sq mi
Max Discharge3,165 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/15/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00273
Federal IDCT00273
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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