Lake Forest Dam

Connecticut — Fairfield County — ISLAND BROOK

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
RiverISLAND BROOK
Coordinates41.21836, -73.20671

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length1,650 ft
NID Storage908 acre-ft
Max Storage908 acre-ft
Surface Area71 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 7, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1899
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLake Forest Association;Rachel Sedgewick
Other NameLake Forest

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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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