Peat Swamp Reservoir Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Nearest City+
River/StreamBEAVER BROOK
Coordinates41.36986, -73.05881

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height41 ft
Dam Height41 ft
Dam Length530 ft
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,990 acre-ft
Max Storage1,990 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,660 acre-ft
Surface Area60 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge600 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerSouth Central CT RWA
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection04/26/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00088
Federal IDCT00088
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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