Winchester Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Winchester Lake Dam 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 | 23 ft (taller than 80% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | CT00105 |
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 Winchester Lake Dam?
Winchester 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 Winchester Lake Dam?
Winchester Lake Dam is owned by Connecticut DEEP (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Winchester Lake Dam?
Winchester 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 Winchester Lake Dam?
Winchester Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Winchester Lake Dam last inspected?
Winchester Lake Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.