Williams Pond Dam, also known as Lake Williams, is a concrete dam located in Lebanon, Connecticut, along the Bartlett Brook.
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Built in 1865, the dam stands at a height of 26 feet and spans a length of 792 feet, with a storage capacity of 3993 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, providing a surface area of 263 acres for outdoor activities.
The dam is owned and regulated by the local government, with oversight from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. It is classified as having a significant hazard potential but is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2015. The dam features a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate and has a spillway width of 39 feet, capable of discharging a maximum of 283 cubic feet per second.
Williams Pond Dam is a vital water resource for the community, offering recreational opportunities and serving as a scenic spot for visitors to enjoy. Its historical significance, coupled with its importance in water management, makes it a key feature in the local landscape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1865 |
Dam Length |
792 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
BARTLETT BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
263 |
Drainage Area |
3.12 |
Nid Storage |
3993 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Shetucket River Near Willimantic
|
777cfs |
Natchaug River At Willimantic
|
322cfs |
Willimantic River Near Coventry
|
189cfs |
Salmon River Near East Hampton
|
119cfs |
Yantic River At Yantic
|
147cfs |
Eightmile R At North Plain
|
24cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Laurel Lock Camp
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Youth Site 1
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Youth Site 2
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Highland Campground
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