Wasel Reservoir Dam

Hartford County, Connecticut (near KENSINGTON)

River/Stream: Trib to Willow Brook

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
100 ft
Dam Length
450 ft
Reservoir Storage
3,558 acre-ft
Year Completed
1966
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
80 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-12-03

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
CT00260
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.62899, -72.81863
Age
60 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.