Norfolk Brook Flood Control Dam #6

Litchfield County, Connecticut (near NORFOLK)

River/Stream: NORFOLK BROOK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
43 ft
Dam Length
440 ft
Reservoir Storage
730 acre-ft
Year Completed
1966
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
1,740 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-05-06

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
CT00485
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.98477, -73.18903
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.