Samuel P. Senior Dam
Connecticut — Fairfield County — SAUGATUCK RIVER
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Fairfield |
| River | SAUGATUCK RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.24869, -73.35045 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 130 ft |
| Dam Height | 130 ft |
| Dam Length | 990 ft |
| NID Storage | 42,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 42,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 868 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 3, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1941 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Aquarion Water Company of Connecticut |
| Other Name | Saugatuck Reservoir |
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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.