Portland Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityPORTLAND
River/StreamRESERVOIR BROOK
Coordinates41.61522, -72.57018

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length800 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage510 acre-ft
Max Storage510 acre-ft
Normal Storage375 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Portland
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/10/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00149
Federal IDCT00149
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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