Lake Beseck Dam

Middlesex County, Connecticut (near BAILEYVILLE)

River/Stream: ELLEN DOYLE BROOK

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Masonry
Height
34 ft
Dam Length
300 ft
Reservoir Storage
2,089 acre-ft
Year Completed
1846
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
2,200 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2021-10-14

Hazard Classification: Significant — 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
CT00381
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.51205, -72.72743
Age
180 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.