Sterling Pond Dam

Connecticut — Windham County — MOOSUP RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyWindham
RiverMOOSUP RIVER
Coordinates41.70653, -71.82867

Physical Characteristics

NID Height19 ft
Dam Height19 ft
Dam Length1,010 ft
NID Storage125 acre-ft
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 19, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1870
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Sterling
Other NameSterling Pond

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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