Bushy Hill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bushy Hill Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1871 and is 155 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 33 ft (taller than 90.4% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 616 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 530 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 139 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1871 (155 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1984 |
| NID ID | CT00426 |
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
Incarnation Center, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bushy Hill Pond Dam?
Bushy Hill Pond 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 Bushy Hill Pond Dam?
Bushy Hill Pond Dam is owned by Incarnation Center, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bushy Hill Pond Dam built?
Bushy Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1871, making it 155 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 Bushy Hill Pond Dam?
Bushy Hill Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bushy Hill Pond Dam?
Bushy Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Bushy Hill Pond Dam last inspected?
Bushy Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.