Samuel Bargh Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityRIVERBANK
River/StreamMIANUS RIVER
Coordinates41.12965, -73.61212

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height75 ft
Dam Height75 ft
Dam Length950 ft
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage7,515 acre-ft
Max Storage7,515 acre-ft
Normal Storage7,515 acre-ft
Surface Area230 acres
Drainage Area18 sq mi
Max Discharge3,000 cfs

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDCT00050
Federal IDCT00050
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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