Tower Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tower Hill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.5% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 258 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00429 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
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 Tower Hill Lake Dam?
Tower Hill Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tower Hill Lake Dam?
Tower Hill Lake Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tower Hill Lake Dam built?
Tower Hill Lake 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 Tower Hill Lake Dam?
Tower Hill 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 Tower Hill Lake Dam?
Tower Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Tower Hill Lake Dam last inspected?
Tower Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on October 12, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.