Cobbs Mill Pond Dam, also known as West Branch Saugatuck River, is a private dam located in Weston, Connecticut.
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Completed in 1892, this masonry dam stands at a height of 20.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 10 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, with a surface area of 1.5 acres and a drainage area of 7.34 square miles.
The dam is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. It has an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 56 feet and is deemed to have a significant hazard potential. The dam's condition was assessed as fair during the last inspection in September 2015, with a moderate risk rating of 3.
Despite its age, Cobbs Mill Pond Dam continues to provide recreational opportunities and serves as a vital structure along the West Branch Saugatuck River. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in its historical significance, structural features, and regulatory oversight in maintaining its safety and functionality for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1892 |
Dam Length |
87 |
Dam Height |
20.5 |
River Or Stream |
W BR SAUGATUCK RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
1.5 |
Drainage Area |
7.34 |
Nid Storage |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
21 |
Saugatuck R Nr Westport
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32cfs |
Norwalk R At South Wilton
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23cfs |
Saugatuck River Near Redding
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22cfs |
Sasco Brook Near Southport
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4cfs |
Mill R Nr Fairfield
|
65cfs |
Fivemile River Near New Canaan
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0cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Youth Camp II
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Youth Camp III
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Youth Camp I
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Ward Pound Ridge Reservation
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Mountain Lakes Park
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