Compensating Reservoir Dam

Connecticut — Litchfield County

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Coordinates41.88054, -72.95808

Physical Characteristics

NID Height75 ft
Dam Height75 ft
Dam Length950 ft
NID Storage13,470 acre-ft
Max Storage13,470 acre-ft
Surface Area392 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1920
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerMetropolitan District Commission

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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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