Watersedge Pond Dam, also known as Paul Mathiew Pond, is a privately owned structure located in Lebanon, Connecticut.
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Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 325 feet. It serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.6 acres.
The dam is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and has undergone state inspections, with a hazard potential rated as significant. Despite its age, the condition assessment is marked as satisfactory. The dam features a valve outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway, with the risk assessment categorized as moderate. The last inspection took place in 1988, with an inspection frequency of 7 years.
Located along Bartlett Brook, Watersedge Pond Dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife alike. With its stone core and soil foundation, the dam continues to stand as a testament to the importance of water resource management and the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
325 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
BARTLETT BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Shetucket River Near Willimantic
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777cfs |
Natchaug River At Willimantic
|
322cfs |
Willimantic River Near Coventry
|
189cfs |
Salmon River Near East Hampton
|
119cfs |
Yantic River At Yantic
|
147cfs |
Little River Near Hanover
|
44cfs |
| 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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