Bristol Reservoir #5 Dam
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Litchfield |
| Nearest City | TERRYVILLE |
| River/Stream | POLAND RIVER TRIBUTARY |
| Coordinates | 41.72955, -73.00731 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 866 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 866 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 620 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,050 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Bristol |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 10/11/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |