Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike
Key Takeaway
Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike 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 Length | 360 ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT00006 |
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
Jacklin Rod & Gun Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike?
Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike 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 Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike?
Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike is owned by Jacklin Rod & Gun Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike?
Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike 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 Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike?
Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike 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 Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike last inspected?
Jacklin Lake Willis Street Dike was last inspected on August 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.