Saville Dam

Connecticut — Litchfield County — EAST BRANCH FARMINGTON R

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
RiverEAST BRANCH FARMINGTON R
Coordinates41.91156, -72.95757

Physical Characteristics

NID Height137 ft
Dam Height137 ft
Dam Length1,950 ft
NID Storage97,458 acre-ft
Max Storage97,458 acre-ft
Surface Area2,320 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 15, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1940
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerMetropolitan District Commission
Other NameBarkhamsted 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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