Hoover Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Hoover Pond Dam, located in Norfolk, Connecticut, stands as a historic masonry structure completed in 1920 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam holds a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and spans 107 feet in length, creating an 11.1-acre surface area for water enthusiasts to enjoy. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment in 2015 deemed it satisfactory, showcasing its resilience and ability to withstand the test of time.

The dam poses a significant hazard potential, but its risk assessment is moderate, indicating a manageable level of risk. With a spillway width of 17 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam is equipped to handle excess water flow efficiently. The surrounding area, including the Hall Meadow Brook Tributary, benefits from the dam's presence and provides a picturesque backdrop for outdoor activities. Overall, Hoover Pond Dam serves as both a functional water resource and a recreational destination for visitors to appreciate and enjoy.

Year Completed

1920

Dam Length

107

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

HALL MEADOW BK TRIB

Primary Dam Type

Masonry

Surface Area

11.1

Drainage Area

0.45

Nid Storage

50

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

10
       
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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.