Lake Forest Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityBRIDGEPORT
River/StreamISLAND BROOK
Coordinates41.21836, -73.20671

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length1,650 ft
Year Completed1899 (127 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage908 acre-ft
Max Storage908 acre-ft
Normal Storage852 acre-ft
Surface Area71 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge560 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLake Forest Association;Rachel Sedgewick
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/07/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00078
Federal IDCT00078
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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