Avery Flood Control Site #2 Dam, also known as Avery Brook Site #2, is a state-owned structure located in South Windsor, Connecticut.
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Built in 1993 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and stretches 350 feet in length. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Wells Brook, with a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 95 cubic feet per second.
Managed and regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition after its last inspection in January 2015. While the dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, its risk assessment is moderate, indicating a level 3 rating. With a notable design history and ongoing state oversight, Avery Flood Control Site #2 Dam is a critical piece of infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
WELLS BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.41 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |