Laurel Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityNORTH STAMFORD
River/StreamRIPPOWAM RIVER
Coordinates41.16441, -73.54819

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height50 ft
Dam Height50 ft
Dam Length1,850 ft
Year Completed1923 (103 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage11,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage11,000 acre-ft
Surface Area265 acres
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge3,900 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerAquarion Water Company of Connecticut
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/03/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00049
Federal IDCT00049
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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