Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Nearest CityNEW BRITAIN
River/StreamWILLOW BROOK
Coordinates41.64542, -72.81901

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height48 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length650 ft
Year Completed1894 (132 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,100 acre-ft
Max Storage2,100 acre-ft
Normal Storage700 acre-ft
Surface Area230 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge670 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of New Britain
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/26/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00162
Federal IDCT00162
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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