Upper Shepaug Dam

Litchfield County, Connecticut (near WOODVILLE)

River/Stream: WEST BR SHEPAUG R

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
90 ft
Dam Length
1,050 ft
Reservoir Storage
14,740 acre-ft
Year Completed
1965
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
18,200 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-06-11

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
CT00634
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.74386, -73.30048
Age
61 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.