Buckley Dam
Key Takeaway
Buckley Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 50.2% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00596 |
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
A.S. Buckley, Home Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buckley Dam?
Buckley 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 Buckley Dam?
Buckley Dam is owned by A.S. Buckley, Home Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buckley Dam built?
Buckley Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Buckley Dam?
Buckley 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 Buckley Dam?
Buckley Dam has a dam height of 13 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.