Lower Hart Ponds Dam
Connecticut — Hartford County — MATTABESSET RIVER
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Hartford |
| River | MATTABESSET RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.61917, -72.80227 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,850 ft |
| NID Storage | 825 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 825 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 3, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of New Britain |
| Other Name | Lower Hart 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.