Moodus Reservoir Dam

Connecticut, Middlesex County, MOODUS RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
RiverMOODUS RIVER
Coordinates41.51395, -72.42652

Physical Characteristics

NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length275 ft
NID Storage4,293 acre-ft
Max Storage4,293 acre-ft
Surface Area451 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 27, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1882
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Other NameMoodus 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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