Kinneytown
Key Takeaway
Kinneytown is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 76.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 413 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 881 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 881 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 68 acres |
| Drainage Area | 309 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 59,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00089 |
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
Kinneytown Hydro Company, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kinneytown?
Kinneytown 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 Kinneytown?
Kinneytown is owned by Kinneytown Hydro Company, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kinneytown built?
Kinneytown was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Kinneytown?
Kinneytown serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kinneytown?
Kinneytown has a dam height of 21 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 Kinneytown last inspected?
Kinneytown was last inspected on March 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.