Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam
Key Takeaway
Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 38 ft (taller than 93.1% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 536 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00488 |
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
Connecticut DEEP
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam?
Burnt Hill Flood Control 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 Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam?
Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam built?
Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam?
Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam?
Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam last inspected?
Burnt Hill Flood Control Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.