Compensating Reservoir Dam
Connecticut — Litchfield County — E BR FARMINGTON R
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Litchfield |
| River | E BR FARMINGTON R |
| Coordinates | 41.88054, -72.95808 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 75 ft |
| Dam Height | 75 ft |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| NID Storage | 13,470 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 13,470 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 392 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 20, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Metropolitan District Commission |
| Other Name | Compensating Reservoir;Mcdonough;Richards Corner |
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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.