Shepaug

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Nearest CityBerkshire Estates
River/StreamHousatonic River
Coordinates41.44790, -73.29640

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height138 ft
Dam Height138 ft
Dam Length1,412 ft
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage72,700 acre-ft
Max Storage72,700 acre-ft
Normal Storage66,700 acre-ft
Surface Area1,870 acres
Drainage Area1,391 sq mi
Max Discharge162,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerFirstLight Power Services LLC
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/27/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00232
Federal IDCT00232
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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