Bashan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bashan Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 81.2% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 267 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00354 |
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 DEEP
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bashan Lake Dam?
Bashan Lake 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 Bashan Lake Dam?
Bashan Lake Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bashan Lake Dam built?
Bashan Lake Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Bashan Lake Dam?
Bashan Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bashan Lake Dam?
Bashan Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Bashan Lake Dam last inspected?
Bashan Lake Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.