Sucker Brook Flood Control Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Nearest CityWINCHESTER
River/StreamSUCKER BROOK
Coordinates41.90309, -73.09961

Physical Characteristics

NID Height68 ft
Dam Height68 ft
Dam Length1,160 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,995 acre-ft
Max Storage1,995 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,995 acre-ft
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge6,400 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/25/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00499
Federal IDCT00499
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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