Margerie Lake Reservoir South Dam

Connecticut — Fairfield County — PADANARUM BK TRIB

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
RiverPADANARUM BK TRIB
Coordinates41.44174, -73.47767

Physical Characteristics

NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length740 ft
NID Storage6,100 acre-ft
Max Storage6,100 acre-ft
Surface Area308 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 22, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1933
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Danbury
Other NameMargerie Lake

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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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