Carp Road Dam

UNNAMED· Fairfield, Connecticut· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Carp Road Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 42.4% in CT)
Dam Length130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDCT01589

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

Cullens Youth Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carp Road Dam?

Carp Road 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 Carp Road Dam?

Carp Road Dam is owned by Cullens Youth Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Carp Road Dam?

Carp Road 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 Carp Road Dam?

Carp Road Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Carp Road Dam last inspected?

Carp Road Dam was last inspected on December 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.