Middle Reservoir Dam

New Haven County, Connecticut (near ANSONIA)

River/Stream: BEAVER BROOK

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Masonry
Height
35 ft
Dam Length
290 ft
Reservoir Storage
36 acre-ft
Year Completed
1890
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
132 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-10-27

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
CT00590
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.36583, -73.06066
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.