Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam
Key Takeaway
Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 37.9% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 888 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00300 |
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
Currier Woods Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam?
Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel 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 Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam?
Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam is owned by Currier Woods Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam built?
Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam?
Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel 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 Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam?
Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam last inspected?
Moss Farm Aka Lake Percivel Dam was last inspected on July 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.