Morosani Pond #1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Morosani Pond #1 Dam in Litchfield, Connecticut, stands as a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1969 for the primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

This privately owned Earth dam, with a height of 18.3 feet and a length of 125 feet, holds back a significant storage capacity of 63 acre-feet of water to support its surface area of 5.2 acres. The dam is located on the Moosehorn Brook Tributary, under the regulatory oversight of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP).

Despite its age, Morosani Pond #1 Dam maintains a satisfactory condition as assessed in September 2017, with a significant hazard potential due to its uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates. The dam has a moderate risk assessment score of 3, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures. With the dam being located in a picturesque natural setting and serving as a habitat for fish and wildlife, it plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and water resource management efforts in the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Morosani Pond #1 Dam to be a fascinating example of human engineering in harmony with nature.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

125

Dam Height

18.3

River Or Stream

MOOSEHORN BK TRIB

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.2

Drainage Area

0.12

Nid Storage

63

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.