Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam, located in East Hampton, Connecticut, serves as a critical water resource structure along the Pocotopaug Creek.


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Summary

This privately owned dam stands at a height of 12 feet and spans 130 feet in length, with a surface area of 2 acres and draining an area of 4.7 square miles. While its primary purpose is categorized as "Other," the dam is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its integrity and compliance with state regulations.

With a significant hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated, the Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam poses potential risks to the surrounding area in the event of a breach or failure. Despite its age and the last recorded inspection dating back to 1984, the dam's emergency action plan and risk assessment measures are not readily available. It is crucial for the dam owners and regulatory agencies to prioritize updating and maintaining these critical documents to enhance the safety and resilience of the dam and the community it serves.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Artistic Wire Company Pond Dam presents an opportunity to advocate for proactive risk management and emergency preparedness strategies. By collaborating with the dam owners, state regulatory agencies, and local stakeholders, efforts can be made to ensure the dam's structural integrity, address any potential hazards, and establish comprehensive emergency response plans. Through collective action and heightened awareness, the resilience of this vital water infrastructure can be enhanced, safeguarding the environment and communities downstream from potential risks associated with dam failure.

Dam Length

130

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

POCOTOPAUG CREEK

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

4.7

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

12
       
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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.
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