Mansfield Training Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Mansfield Training Dam #1 is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 29.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | CT01043 |
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
Connecticut DEEP
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mansfield Training Dam #1?
Mansfield Training Dam #1 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 Mansfield Training Dam #1?
Mansfield Training Dam #1 is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mansfield Training Dam #1 built?
Mansfield Training Dam #1 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Mansfield Training Dam #1?
Mansfield Training Dam #1 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 Mansfield Training Dam #1?
Mansfield Training Dam #1 has a dam height of 10 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 Mansfield Training Dam #1 last inspected?
Mansfield Training Dam #1 was last inspected on March 24, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.