Portland Reservoir Dam

Connecticut — Middlesex County — RESERVOIR BROOK

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
RiverRESERVOIR BROOK
Coordinates41.61522, -72.57018

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length800 ft
NID Storage510 acre-ft
Max Storage510 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 10, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1964
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Portland
Other NamePortland 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.

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