Saville Dam
Connecticut — Litchfield County — EAST BRANCH FARMINGTON R
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Litchfield |
| River | EAST BRANCH FARMINGTON R |
| Coordinates | 41.91156, -72.95757 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 137 ft |
| Dam Height | 137 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,950 ft |
| NID Storage | 97,458 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 97,458 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,320 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 15, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1940 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Metropolitan District Commission |
| Other Name | Barkhamsted 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.