Lake Bungee Dam

BUNGEE BROOK· Windham, Connecticut· Built 1959· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Bungee Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 58.6% in CT)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage240 acre-ft
Normal Storage1.4K acre-ft
Surface Area150 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge701 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDCT01668

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 4, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

Harakaly Theodore M Jr. & Katherine;Lake Bunggee Tax District

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Bungee Dam?

Lake Bungee 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 Lake Bungee Dam?

Lake Bungee Dam is owned by Harakaly Theodore M Jr. & Katherine;Lake Bunggee Tax District (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Bungee Dam built?

Lake Bungee Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Lake Bungee Dam?

Lake Bungee Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Bungee Dam?

Lake Bungee Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Lake Bungee Dam last inspected?

Lake Bungee Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.