Shenipsit Lake Dam
Connecticut — Tolland County — HOCKANUM RIVER
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Tolland |
| River | HOCKANUM RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.86870, -72.43252 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Length | 214 ft |
| NID Storage | 8,700 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 8,700 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 685 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 19, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1903 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Connecticut Water Company |
| Other Name | Shenipsit Lake |
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.