Pratt Read Dam
Key Takeaway
Pratt Read Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 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 | 163 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 981 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00427 |
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
Kelsey Falls Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pratt Read Dam?
Pratt Read 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 Pratt Read Dam?
Pratt Read Dam is owned by Kelsey Falls Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pratt Read Dam built?
Pratt Read Dam was completed in 1860, making it 166 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 Pratt Read Dam?
Pratt Read 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 Pratt Read Dam?
Pratt Read 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 Pratt Read Dam last inspected?
Pratt Read Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.