Samuel Bargh Reservoir Dam

Fairfield County, Connecticut (near RIVERBANK)

River/Stream: MIANUS RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
75 ft
Dam Length
950 ft
Reservoir Storage
7,515 acre-ft
Year Completed
1955
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
3,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-05-16

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CT00050
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.12965, -73.61212
Age
71 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.