Lower Scoville Reservoir Dam

Connecticut — New Haven County — MAD RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
RiverMAD RIVER
Coordinates41.57907, -72.98455

Physical Characteristics

NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length600 ft
NID Storage50 acre-ft
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 6, 2023
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1917
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Wolcott
Other NameCornelis Pond Dam

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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.

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