The Mad River Dam Homestead Avenue Dam, located in Waterbury, Connecticut, is a concrete structure completed in 1900 primarily for water supply purposes.
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Standing at a height of 31 feet and stretching 492 feet in length, this dam serves to store a maximum of 110 acre-feet of water with a normal storage capacity of 56 acre-feet. With a hazard potential classified as high and a condition assessment marked as poor, this dam is in need of attention to ensure its long-term safety and functionality.
Situated on the Mad River, this dam is under state regulation and jurisdiction, with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) responsible for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its age and structural issues, the dam continues to play a crucial role in the local water supply infrastructure, serving the community of Waterbury. With a spillway width of 60 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 4860 cubic feet per second, the Mad River Dam Homestead Avenue Dam remains a key feature in managing the flow of water in the area.
As efforts are made to address the dam's deteriorating condition and mitigate potential risks associated with its high hazard potential, stakeholders, including private owners and state agencies, must work together to ensure the continued safety and functionality of this vital water resource infrastructure. With its historical significance and critical role in water supply management, the Mad River Dam Homestead Avenue Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring our aging dam infrastructure to safeguard both public safety and the environment.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
492 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
MAD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
17.4 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
31 |
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