Shelton Canal Dike

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityShelton
River/StreamHousatonic River
Coordinates41.32360, -73.10110

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length1,840 ft
Year Completed1870 (156 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage4,400 acre-ft
Max Storage4,400 acre-ft
Normal Storage4,400 acre-ft
Surface Area325 acres
Drainage Area1,574 sq mi
Max Discharge448 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerMcCallum Enterprises I, Limited Partnership
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/28/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00026
Federal IDCT00026S003
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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