Witches Wood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Witches Wood Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.5% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 684 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 268 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 177 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,775 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | CT00441 |
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
Witches Wood Tax District
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Witches Wood Lake Dam?
Witches Wood 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 Witches Wood Lake Dam?
Witches Wood Lake Dam is owned by Witches Wood Tax District (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Witches Wood Lake Dam built?
Witches Wood Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Witches Wood Lake Dam?
Witches Wood 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 Witches Wood Lake Dam?
Witches Wood 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 Witches Wood Lake Dam last inspected?
Witches Wood Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.