Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.5% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 183 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00299 |
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
Bristol Fish & Game Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam?
Bristol Fish & Game Club 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 Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam?
Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam is owned by Bristol Fish & Game Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam built?
Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam?
Bristol Fish & Game Club 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 Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam?
Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam last inspected?
Bristol Fish & Game Club Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.