Risley Reservoir Dam (No Longer Using 14605)

Connecticut — Tolland County — LYDALL BROOK

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyTolland
RiverLYDALL BROOK
Coordinates41.79843, -72.47219

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length625 ft
NID Storage226 acre-ft
Max Storage226 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionOctober 15, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1853
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeMasonry
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Manchester
Other NameRisley 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.

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