Mount Higby Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityMIDDLETOWN
River/StreamFALL BROOK
Coordinates41.54953, -72.72225

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length865 ft
Year Completed1897 (129 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,734 acre-ft
Max Storage1,734 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,177 acre-ft
Surface Area134 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,400 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Middletown
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/18/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00140
Federal IDCT00140
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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