Rugg Brook Reservoir Dam

Litchfield County, Connecticut (near WINCHESTER)

River/Stream: MAD RIVER

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Masonry
Height
36 ft
Dam Length
305 ft
Reservoir Storage
726 acre-ft
Year Completed
1890
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
1,121 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2023-10-27

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CT00103
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.94199, -73.11691
Age
136 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.