Situated in the picturesque Pine Meadows Park in Colchester, Connecticut, the Pine Meadows Park Pond Dam is a private earth dam completed in 1959 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 22 feet and stretching 550 feet in length, this dam helps create a serene pond with a storage capacity of 170 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the tranquil Standish Brook and offers a surface area of 21 acres for visitors to enjoy various recreational activities.
Although the dam is state-regulated and subject to regular inspections, it has a low hazard potential and is currently deemed to be in "Not Rated" condition. The dam features uncontrolled outlet gates and a spillway width of 3 feet, ensuring the safe management of water levels. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 0.75 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 600 cubic feet per second. With its rich history and scenic location, the Pine Meadows Park Pond Dam serves as a beloved recreational spot for both locals and visitors to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
STANDISH BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.75 |
Nid Storage |
170 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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