Morris Reservoir Dam

Connecticut — Litchfield County — BRANCH BROOK

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
RiverBRANCH BROOK
Coordinates41.67442, -73.14552

Physical Characteristics

NID Height70 ft
Dam Height70 ft
Dam Length810 ft
NID Storage4,590 acre-ft
Max Storage
Surface Area135 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 19, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1910
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Waterbury
Other NameMorris 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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