Shepaug Reservoir Dam

Litchfield County, Connecticut (near WOODVILLE)

River/Stream: SHEPAUG RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
65 ft
Dam Length
500 ft
Reservoir Storage
2,937 acre-ft
Year Completed
1933
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
18,725 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
CT00665
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.72339, -73.29412
Age
93 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.