Aspetuck Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityWESTPORT
River/StreamASPETUCK RIVER
Coordinates41.23566, -73.31887

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height11 ft
Dam Height11 ft
Dam Length1,180 ft
Year Completed1913 (113 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage413 acre-ft
Max Storage413 acre-ft
Normal Storage202 acre-ft
Surface Area63 acres
Drainage Area17 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerAquarion Water Company of Connecticut
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/16/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00021
Federal IDCT00021
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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