Pistapaug Reservoir Dam

Connecticut — New Haven County — FARM RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
RiverFARM RIVER
Coordinates41.42476, -72.74895

Physical Characteristics

NID Height9 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length465 ft
NID Storage4,600 acre-ft
Max Storage4,600 acre-ft
Surface Area149 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 13, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1941
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Wallingford
Other NamePistapaug Pond

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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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