Amston Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Amston Lake Dam, located in Hebron, Connecticut, was completed in 1910 and serves as a vital structure for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 187 acres and a normal storage capacity of 740 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam, standing at a height of 10 feet and stretching 400 feet in length, holds a maximum storage of 1200 acre-feet and has a drainage area of 1.04 square miles, with a maximum discharge capability of 180 cubic feet per second.

Managed by a private entity, the dam is state-regulated and inspected for safety measures, with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) overseeing its operations. Despite being deemed as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, with its last inspection conducted in August 1984. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for the dam was last revised in August 2017, ensuring preparedness for any unforeseen events.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Amston Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management and safety protocols. With its historical significance dating back over a century, the dam continues to play a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities while adhering to strict state regulations and inspection standards. As part of ongoing risk management measures, the dam's EAP and hazard potential are monitored closely, ensuring the safety of surrounding communities and the resilience of the dam structure in the face of potential emergencies.

Year Completed

1910

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

RAYMOND BROOK TRIB

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

187

Drainage Area

1.04

Nid Storage

1200

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

10
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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