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Jacklin Lake Dam, also known as Jacklin Lake Aka Dunham Millpond, is a private dam located in Bristol, Connecticut.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a recreational site with a primary purpose of providing leisure activities for visitors. Standing at a height of 12 feet and stretching 300 feet in length, the dam holds a storage capacity of 143 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 27.5 acres.
Situated on the Pequabuck River Tributary, Jacklin Lake Dam is regulated by the state of Connecticut, with inspections conducted regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. Despite being classified as having a "Significant" hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as satisfactory. The last inspection in September 2019 deemed it to be in good condition, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
Overall, Jacklin Lake Dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy recreational activities in the heart of Hartford County. With its earth construction and state-regulated status, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate-conscious infrastructure in the region.
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
PEQUABUCK RIVER TRIB |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.19 |
Nid Storage |
143 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
12 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Black Rock State Park
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DEEP campsite
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Point Folly - White Memorial
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Windmill Hill - White Memorial
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Camp Sequassen
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Cozy Hill Campground
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Begins Below The Tailrace Of The Lower Collinsville Dam To The Route 187 Bridge
The Confluence With The Nepaug River To A Point 0.2 Miles Below The Lower Collinsville Dam Tailrace
New Hartford/Canton Town Line To The Confluence With The Nepaug River
Begins Downstream Of The Borough Of Bantam, At Stoddard Road Bridge To The Confluence With The Shepaug River
Pond Downstream Of Shepaug Reservoir Dam, Marked By Service Road Bridge To Ends In Backwaters Of Lake Lillinonah, Near Roxbury Falls
The Confluence Of The East And West Branches To The Confluence With The Farmington River In East Granby