Ivy Mountain Dam
Key Takeaway
Ivy Mountain Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.5% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT01696 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Ivy Mountain Farm LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ivy Mountain Dam?
Ivy Mountain Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ivy Mountain Dam?
Ivy Mountain Dam is owned by Ivy Mountain Farm LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ivy Mountain Dam?
Ivy Mountain 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 Ivy Mountain Dam?
Ivy Mountain Dam has a dam height of 20 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.