Wire Company Dam #2

Significant HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Nearest CitySEYMOUR
River/StreamLITTLE RIVER
Coordinates41.39742, -73.07878

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length75 ft
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage35 acre-ft
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area14 sq mi
Max Discharge1,800 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCT Storage Partners LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDCT00601
Federal IDCT00601
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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