Bantam Hydro Dam
Connecticut — Litchfield County — BANTAM RIVER
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Litchfield |
| River | BANTAM RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.72324, -73.23911 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 90 ft |
| NID Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | October 22, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 7 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1945 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | FirstLight CT Hydro LLC |
| Other Name | Bantam River |
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.