Bendels Pond Dam
Connecticut, Fairfield County, Poorhouse Brook
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Fairfield |
| River | Poorhouse Brook |
| Coordinates | 41.12430, -73.54525 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| NID Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | - |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 4, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | - |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Stamford Museum & Nature Center |
| Other Name | Bendels Pond |
Location Map
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.