Lake Waramaug Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Waramaug Dam 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 | 3 ft (taller than 0.7% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 658 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT01650 |
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
Town of Washington
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Waramaug Dam?
Lake Waramaug 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 Waramaug Dam?
Lake Waramaug Dam is owned by Town of Washington (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Waramaug Dam?
Lake Waramaug 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 Lake Waramaug Dam?
Lake Waramaug Dam has a dam height of 3 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 Waramaug Dam last inspected?
Lake Waramaug Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.