Siscowit Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityNEW CANAAN
River/StreamRIPPOWAM RIVER
Coordinates41.19302, -73.52409

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height6 ft
Dam Height6 ft
Dam Length95 ft
Year Completed1865 (161 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage270 acre-ft
Max Storage270 acre-ft
Normal Storage270 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDCT00056
Federal IDCT00056
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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