Great Brook Reservoir Dam

New Haven County, Connecticut (near WATERBURY)

River/Stream: GREAT BROOK

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
12 ft
Dam Length
423 ft
Reservoir Storage
598 acre-ft
Year Completed
1925
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
140 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CT00641
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.57641, -73.02126
Age
101 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.