Merimere Reservoir Dam (Dike Is 8030)
Connecticut — Hartford County — Mattabessett River
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Hartford |
| River | Mattabessett River |
| Coordinates | 41.56774, -72.82356 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,220 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 15, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1870 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Meriden |
| Other Name | Merimere 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.