Wintonbury Flood Control Site #1 Dam
Connecticut — Hartford County — BEAMANS BROOK
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Hartford |
| River | BEAMANS BROOK |
| Coordinates | 41.84374, -72.72215 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,625 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,750 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,750 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 165 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 14, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Connecticut DEEP |
| Other Name | North Branch Park River 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.