Pierce'S Detention Dam
Connecticut — New Haven County — TRIB. OF TRANSYLVANIA BR.
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New Haven |
| River | TRIB. OF TRANSYLVANIA BR. |
| Coordinates | 41.50624, -73.24953 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| NID Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 23, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Town of Southbury |
| Other Name | Pierce'S Detention Basin Colonial Acres |
Location Map
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.