Kensington Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Nearest CityKENSINGTON
River/StreamMATTABESSET RIVER
Coordinates41.63239, -72.77045

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length205 ft
Year Completed1901 (125 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage250 acre-ft
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge1,560 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Berlin
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/26/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00250
Federal IDCT00250
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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