Doolittle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Doolittle Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 29.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 690 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 690 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 173 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 52 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | CT00447 |
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
Doolittle Lake Co.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Doolittle Lake Dam?
Doolittle Lake 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 Doolittle Lake Dam?
Doolittle Lake Dam is owned by Doolittle Lake Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doolittle Lake Dam built?
Doolittle Lake Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Doolittle Lake Dam?
Doolittle Lake 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 Doolittle Lake Dam?
Doolittle Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Doolittle Lake Dam last inspected?
Doolittle Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.