Topping Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Topping Road 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 | 15 ft (taller than 58.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 561 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00536 |
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
Alexandra Realty Corp;Gary & Margot Weinsein
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Topping Road Dam?
Topping Road 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 Topping Road Dam?
Topping Road Dam is owned by Alexandra Realty Corp;Gary & Margot Weinsein (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Topping Road Dam built?
Topping Road 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 Topping Road Dam?
Topping Road 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 Topping Road Dam?
Topping Road Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Topping Road Dam last inspected?
Topping Road Dam was last inspected on December 16, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.