Red Cedar Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Cedar Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 24.9% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 455 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 455 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00558 |
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 Red Cedar Lake Dam?
Red Cedar Lake 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 Red Cedar Lake Dam?
Red Cedar Lake Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Cedar Lake Dam built?
Red Cedar Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Red Cedar Lake Dam?
Red Cedar Lake 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 Red Cedar Lake Dam?
Red Cedar Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Red Cedar Lake Dam last inspected?
Red Cedar Lake Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.