East Branch Flood Control Dam
Key Takeaway
East Branch Flood Control Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. 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 | 92 ft (taller than 98.8% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 6.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | CT00498 |
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 East Branch Flood Control Dam?
East Branch 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 East Branch Flood Control Dam?
East Branch Flood Control Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of East Branch Flood Control Dam?
East Branch 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 East Branch Flood Control Dam?
East Branch Flood Control Dam has a dam height of 92 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 East Branch Flood Control Dam last inspected?
East Branch Flood Control Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.