Talcott Flood Control Dam #1

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Nearest CityWEST HARTFORD
River/StreamUNNAMED
Coordinates41.78858, -72.78630

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length1,185 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,205 acre-ft
Max Storage1,205 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,205 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,760 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/24/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00490
Federal IDCT00490
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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