Wyre - Wynd
Key Takeaway
Wyre - Wynd is classified as low hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 76.6% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 483 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 333 acres |
| Drainage Area | 650 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 36,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00539 |
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
Summit Hydro, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wyre - Wynd?
Wyre - Wynd 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 Wyre - Wynd?
Wyre - Wynd is owned by Summit Hydro, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wyre - Wynd built?
Wyre - Wynd was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Wyre - Wynd?
Wyre - Wynd serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wyre - Wynd?
Wyre - Wynd has a dam height of 21 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 Wyre - Wynd last inspected?
Wyre - Wynd was last inspected on July 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.