Sochrin Pond Dam, also known as Sochrin Pond Wooster Pond, is a local government-owned structure located in Seymour, Connecticut.
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This concrete dam on Wooster Brook serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a surface area of 4 acres and a drainage area of 0.21 square miles. The dam stands at a height of 13 feet and is 160 feet in length, with an uncontrolled spillway width of 6 feet. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, its condition assessment in 2015 deemed it to be in fair condition.
Managed by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), Sochrin Pond Dam is regularly inspected, with the last inspection conducted in September 2014. While it poses moderate risk, appropriate risk management measures are in place. The dam has not undergone any significant modifications since its completion, and there are no associated structures or outlet gates. With its picturesque location and recreational offerings, Sochrin Pond Dam is a valuable asset within the community, providing both aesthetic beauty and practical benefits for residents and visitors alike.
Dam Length |
160 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
WOOSTER BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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|
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|
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