Lake Watrous Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Nearest CityWOODBRIDGE
River/StreamSargent River
Coordinates41.38511, -72.97250

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height116 ft
Dam Height51 ft
Dam Length1,415 ft
Year Completed1915 (111 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,800 acre-ft
Max Storage2,800 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,230 acre-ft
Surface Area109 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge2,800 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerSouth Central CT RWA
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/26/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00318
Federal IDCT00318
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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