Saville Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Nearest CityNEW HARTFORD
River/StreamEAST BRANCH FARMINGTON R
Coordinates41.91156, -72.95757

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height137 ft
Dam Height137 ft
Dam Length1,950 ft
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage97,458 acre-ft
Max Storage97,458 acre-ft
Normal Storage93,110 acre-ft
Surface Area2,320 acres
Drainage Area53 sq mi
Max Discharge11,450 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerMetropolitan District Commission
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/15/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00376
Federal IDCT00376
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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