Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway
Key Takeaway
Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. 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 Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 99 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,104 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00629 |
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
Jeffrey Ahearn & Donald R. Ahearn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway?
Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway 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 Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway?
Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway is owned by Jeffrey Ahearn & Donald R. Ahearn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway built?
Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway?
Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway 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 Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway?
Yaskot & Ahearn Spillway 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.