Upper Shepaug Dam
Connecticut — Litchfield County — WEST BR SHEPAUG R
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Litchfield |
| River | WEST BR SHEPAUG R |
| Coordinates | 41.74386, -73.30048 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 90 ft |
| Dam Height | 90 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| NID Storage | 14,740 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 13,942 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 430 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 11, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1965 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Waterbury |
| Other Name | Cairns Reservoir |
Location Map
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.