Kensington Dam
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Hartford |
| Nearest City | KENSINGTON |
| River/Stream | MATTABESSET RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.63239, -72.77045 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 205 ft |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,560 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Town of Berlin |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/26/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |