Brewster Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brewster Pond Dam in Stratford, Connecticut, is a concrete structure built for recreational purposes on Long Brook.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 13 feet and spans 64 feet in length, with a surface area of 4 acres and a drainage area of 0.25 square miles. While the primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, it is also state-regulated by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), with regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.

Located in Fairfield County, Brewster Pond Dam poses a significant hazard potential, but its condition was last assessed as satisfactory during the inspection in November 2020. The dam complies with emergency action plans, although updates and revisions to the plans are ongoing. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has not identified the dam as a US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) project, indicating that it is primarily managed by local government authorities.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Brewster Pond Dam offers a fascinating example of how dams can serve both recreational and regulatory purposes. Its presence on Long Brook provides a serene backdrop for outdoor activities while also highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to ensure public safety and environmental protection. With its unique characteristics and state oversight, Brewster Pond Dam stands as a noteworthy structure in Connecticut's water resource management landscape.

Dam Length

64

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

LONG BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

0.25

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

13
       
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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.