Witches Wood Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyWindham
Nearest CityWOODSTOCK VALLEY
River/StreamBUNGEE BROOK
Coordinates41.95045, -72.07460

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length950 ft
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage684 acre-ft
Max Storage684 acre-ft
Normal Storage268 acre-ft
Surface Area177 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge1,775 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerWitches Wood Tax District
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/19/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00441
Federal IDCT00441
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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