Farmington Reservoir Dam
Connecticut, Hartford County, PEQUABUCK RIVER TRIB
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Hartford |
| River | PEQUABUCK RIVER TRIB |
| Coordinates | 41.71152, -72.82611 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| NID Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 20, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1895 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Farmington |
| Other Name | Farmington Aka Wadsworth 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.