Wigwam Reservoir Dam
Connecticut — Litchfield County — BRANCH BROOK
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Litchfield |
| River | BRANCH BROOK |
| Coordinates | 41.66420, -73.12792 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 75 ft |
| Dam Height | 75 ft |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,946 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,946 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 114 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 21, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1893 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Waterbury |
| Other Name | Wigwam Reservoir |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.