Shadow Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Nearest CityRidgefield
River/StreamTrib to Miry Brook
Coordinates41.36996, -73.50822

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length410 ft
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage80 acre-ft
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge930 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Ridgefield
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/22/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT01614
Federal IDCT01614
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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