Nepaug Dam
Connecticut — Litchfield County — NEPAUG RIVER, Phelps Brook, Clear Brook
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Litchfield |
| River | NEPAUG RIVER, Phelps Brook, Clear Brook |
| Coordinates | 41.82767, -72.94218 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 156 ft |
| Dam Height | 115 ft |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| NID Storage | 40,540 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 40,540 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 850 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 15, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1918 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Metropolitan District Commission |
| Other Name | Nepaug 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.