Crystal Lake Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Nearest CityBURRVILLE
River/StreamSUCKER BROOK
Coordinates41.91710, -73.10561

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length520 ft
Year Completed1892 (134 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,680 acre-ft
Max Storage1,680 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,680 acre-ft
Surface Area145 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge410 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Winchester
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/06/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00104
Federal IDCT00104
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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