Gaylord Pond Dam, located in Colebrook, Connecticut, was completed in 1900 and serves as a recreational area for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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This masonry dam has a height of 12 feet and a length of 270 feet, with a storage capacity of 264 acre-feet and a surface area of 44.1 acres. The dam regulates the Still River Tributary and is under the jurisdiction of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP).
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in July 2016. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway system with a width of 21 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 201 cubic feet per second. In case of emergencies, there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, raising concerns for risk management and public safety. Overall, Gaylord Pond Dam presents a moderate risk level (3) and requires ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality for recreational purposes.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
270 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
STILL RIVER TRIB |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
44.1 |
Drainage Area |
1.38 |
Nid Storage |
264 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
The Hartland Headwaters To The Confluence With The Salmon Brook Main Stem
New Hartford/Canton Town Line To The Confluence With The Nepaug River
The Massachusetts-Connecticut State Line In Hartland To The Confluence With The Salmon Brook Main Stem
The Confluence With The Nepaug River To A Point 0.2 Miles Below The Lower Collinsville Dam Tailrace