Lower Scoville Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Nearest CityWATERBURY
River/StreamMAD RIVER
Coordinates41.57907, -72.98455

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1917 (109 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage50 acre-ft
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge2,520 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Wolcott
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/06/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00293
Federal IDCT00293
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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