Bleachery Dam
Key Takeaway
Bleachery Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 58.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,120 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 21,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00229 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Town of New Milford
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bleachery Dam?
Bleachery Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bleachery Dam?
Bleachery Dam is owned by Town of New Milford (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bleachery Dam built?
Bleachery Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Bleachery Dam?
Bleachery 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 Bleachery Dam?
Bleachery 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 Bleachery Dam last inspected?
Bleachery Dam was last inspected on October 20, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.