Babcock Pond Dam #1, located in Colchester, Connecticut, is a masonry dam completed in 1880 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Standing at a height of 8 feet and a length of 115 feet, this dam provides a storage capacity of 587 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 146.7 acres. The dam regulates the flow of Pine Brook and has a drainage area of 2.9 square miles, with a maximum discharge of 30 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), Babcock Pond Dam #1 is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is currently not rated, indicating a need for further assessment and monitoring. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve as a vital recreational resource, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its picturesque surroundings and tranquil waters.
Year Completed |
1880 |
Dam Length |
115 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
PINE BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
146.7 |
Drainage Area |
2.9 |
Nid Storage |
587 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
8 |
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| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Youth Site 1
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Youth Site 2
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Camp Bethel
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Laurel Lock Camp
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