Porter Reservoir Dam
Connecticut — Hartford County — PORTER BROOK TRIB
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Hartford |
| River | PORTER BROOK TRIB |
| Coordinates | 41.77611, -72.48618 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 30, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1902 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Manchester |
| Other Name | Porter 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.