Buckingham Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Nearest CityEAST GLASTONBURY
River/StreamROARING BROOK
Coordinates41.71760, -72.49863

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length400 ft
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage380 acre-ft
Max Storage380 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge2,040 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Manchester
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/18/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00244
Federal IDCT00244
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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