Pratt Read Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
Nearest CityDEEP RIVER
River/StreamDEEP RIVER
Coordinates41.38008, -72.45225

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height11 ft
Dam Height11 ft
Dam Length163 ft
Year Completed1860 (166 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge981 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerKelsey Falls Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/24/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00427
Federal IDCT00427
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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