Mianus Filter Plant Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityNORTH MIANUS
River/StreamMIANUS RIVER
Coordinates41.06794, -73.57909

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeMasonry
NID Height31 ft
Dam Height31 ft
Dam Length130 ft
Year Completed1875 (151 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage118 acre-ft
Max Storage118 acre-ft
Normal Storage101 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area29 sq mi
Max Discharge680 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerAquarion Water Company of Connecticut
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/15/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00040
Federal IDCT00040
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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