Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam
Key Takeaway
Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1879 and is 147 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 58.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 880 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1879 (147 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00148 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Connecticut Valley Hospital
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam?
Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam?
Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam is owned by Connecticut Valley Hospital (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam built?
Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam was completed in 1879, making it 147 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam?
Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam?
Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam last inspected?
Asylum Reservoir #5 Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.