Asylum Reservoir Dam #6
Key Takeaway
Asylum Reservoir Dam #6 is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 85.5% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 793 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00144 |
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 Dam #6?
Asylum Reservoir Dam #6 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 Dam #6?
Asylum Reservoir Dam #6 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 Dam #6 built?
Asylum Reservoir Dam #6 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Dam #6?
Asylum Reservoir Dam #6 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 Dam #6?
Asylum Reservoir Dam #6 has a dam height of 28 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 Dam #6 last inspected?
Asylum Reservoir Dam #6 was last inspected on February 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.