Avery Flood Control Site #1 Dam
Connecticut — Hartford County — Avery Brook
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Hartford |
| River | Avery Brook |
| Coordinates | 41.83047, -72.51870 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 715 ft |
| NID Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 25, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1992 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Connecticut DEEP |
| Other Name | Avery Brook Site #1 |
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.