Chestnut Hill Reservoir Dam
Connecticut — New Haven County — OLD TANNERY BROOK
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New Haven |
| River | OLD TANNERY BROOK |
| Coordinates | 41.59591, -73.00670 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 788 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 1, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1919 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Wolcott |
| Other Name | Chestnut Hill 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.