Farm Brook Pond Site 2b Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Farm Brook Pond Site 2b, located in Hamden, Connecticut, is a state-owned fish and wildlife pond designed by the USDA NRCS.


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Summary

Constructed in 1977, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet, with a length of 1000 feet, and a storage capacity of 18 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of providing habitat for fish and wildlife, making it a crucial resource for conservation efforts in the area.

With a drainage area of 2.63 square miles, Farm Brook Pond Site 2b has a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" with a width of 15 feet. Despite being in a satisfactory condition according to the last assessment in 2015, the dam has a high hazard potential due to its location and design. The emergency action plan for the site was last revised in 2015, and the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level.

Managed by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), Farm Brook Pond Site 2b is a significant water resource in New Haven County. With its critical role in supporting local biodiversity and ecosystem health, this dam underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate and environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

1000

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

FARM BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Drainage Area

2.63

Nid Storage

18

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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Dam Data Reference

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.