Hemlock Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityFAIRFIELD
River/StreamCRICKER BROOK
Coordinates41.20779, -73.28145

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height75 ft
Dam Height75 ft
Dam Length1,100 ft
Year Completed1914 (112 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage13,300 acre-ft
Max Storage13,300 acre-ft
Normal Storage11,015 acre-ft
Surface Area437 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge4,670 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerAquarion Water Company of Connecticut
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/14/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00018
Federal IDCT00018
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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