John D. Milne Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityPINE HILL
River/StreamSILVERMINE RIVER
Coordinates41.20059, -73.49316

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height105 ft
Dam Height70 ft
Dam Length940 ft
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,870 acre-ft
Max Storage1,870 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,660 acre-ft
Surface Area69 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge8,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Norwalk
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/16/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00058
Federal IDCT00058
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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