Huntington Pond Dam, located in Redding, Connecticut, is a state-owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Completed in 1880, this earth dam stands at a height of 10.5 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 360 acre-feet. The dam spans 154 feet in length and creates a surface area of 23.7 acres, with a drainage area of 0.16 square miles. The dam is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its satisfactory condition.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 17 feet and a valve outlet gate. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate. The last inspection of Huntington Pond Dam took place in April 2016, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is currently unknown, and there is no available information on its inundation maps or risk management measures. Overall, Huntington Pond Dam serves as both a recreational and regulatory structure in the region, contributing to the management and conservation of water resources in the area.
Year Completed |
1880 |
Dam Length |
154 |
Dam Height |
10.5 |
River Or Stream |
ASPETUCK RIVER TRIB |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
360 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
11 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Youth Camp III
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Youth Camp II
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Youth Camp I
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Kettletown State Park
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Mountain Lakes Park
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