Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C)

CEDAR SWAMP BROOK· Windham, Connecticut· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C) is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 29.6% in CT)
Dam Length132 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDCT01815

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C)?

Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C) 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 Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C)?

Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C) is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C)?

Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C) 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 Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C)?

Up Dam (H Bigelow V G C) has a dam height of 10 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.