Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam
Key Takeaway
Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 86.8% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00482 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam?
Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam?
Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam built?
Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam?
Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam?
Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam last inspected?
Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam was last inspected on April 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.