Woodridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodridge Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 90.8% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 1,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 385 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,340 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00452 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Woodridge Lake Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodridge Lake Dam?
Woodridge Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Woodridge Lake Dam?
Woodridge Lake Dam is owned by Woodridge Lake Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodridge Lake Dam built?
Woodridge Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Woodridge Lake Dam?
Woodridge 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 Woodridge Lake Dam?
Woodridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Woodridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Woodridge Lake Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.