Moodus Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityBASHAN
River/StreamMOODUS RIVER
Coordinates41.51395, -72.42652

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length275 ft
Year Completed1882 (144 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage4,293 acre-ft
Max Storage4,293 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,940 acre-ft
Surface Area451 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge2,182 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/27/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00350
Federal IDCT00350
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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