Stony Batter Pond Dam, located in Cornwall, Connecticut, is a private earth dam completed in 1945 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Sitting on Millard Brook, this dam has a height of 12 feet and a length of 600 feet, providing a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. With a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 0.16 square miles, this dam is a significant water resource in the area.
Managed by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), Stony Batter Pond Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite being considered to have a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," with inspection frequency set at 7 years.
Water and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of Stony Batter Pond Dam in providing recreational opportunities while also ensuring the safety and management of water resources in Litchfield County. With its historic significance and vital role in water storage and management, this dam showcases the intersection of human engineering with natural ecosystems, making it a fascinating site for exploration and study.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
MILLARD BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
12 |
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