Bunnells Pond Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityBRIDGEPORT
River/StreamPEQUONNOCK RIVER
Coordinates41.20664, -73.18677

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height33 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length1,000 ft
Year Completed1906 (120 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage800 acre-ft
Max Storage800 acre-ft
Normal Storage800 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area23 sq mi
Max Discharge12,000 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/09/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00076
Federal IDCT00076
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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