New Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

New Pond Dam, located in Stafford, Connecticut, was completed in 1900 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The masonry dam has a height of 12.5 feet and a length of 180 feet, with a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet. Situated on the Roaring Brook Tributary, the dam has a significant hazard potential and is classified as being in fair condition as of the last assessment in September 2017.

Managed by a private owner, the dam is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. With a spillway type of uncontrolled and a maximum discharge of 35 cubic feet per second, the dam poses moderate risk (rated at 3) and undergoes regular inspections every 7 years. The area surrounding the dam offers 11.5 acres of surface water and a drainage area of 0.51 square miles, making it a popular spot for recreational activities in Tolland County.

Although New Pond Dam does not have associated federal agencies involved in its ownership or funding, its historical significance and role in providing recreational opportunities in the region make it a noteworthy site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and monitor for any future developments or improvements.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

180

Dam Height

12.5

River Or Stream

ROARING BROOK TRIB

Primary Dam Type

Masonry

Surface Area

11.5

Drainage Area

0.51

Nid Storage

58

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

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.