Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1891 and is 135 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 58.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 223 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1891 (135 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00132 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Meriden
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam?
Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam?
Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Meriden (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam built?
Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam was completed in 1891, making it 135 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 Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam?
Bradley Hubbard Reservoir 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 Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam?
Bradley Hubbard Reservoir 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 Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Bradley Hubbard Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.