Bunnells Pond Dam

Connecticut — Fairfield County — PEQUONNOCK RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
RiverPEQUONNOCK RIVER
Coordinates41.20664, -73.18677

Physical Characteristics

NID Height33 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length1,000 ft
NID Storage800 acre-ft
Max Storage800 acre-ft
Surface Area37 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 9, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1906
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Other NameBunnells Pond

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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