Colebrook River Dam

WEST BRANCH FARMINGTON RIVER· Litchfield, Connecticut· Built 1969· Gravity· 223 ft tall

Physical Details

Dam Height 223 ft (taller than 99.9% in CT)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage134.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage47.5K acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDCT00506

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 8, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USACE - New England District

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Colebrook River Dam?

Colebrook River Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Who owns Colebrook River Dam?

Colebrook River Dam is owned by USACE - New England District (Federal Government).

When was Colebrook River Dam last inspected?

Colebrook River Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2019.

When was Colebrook River Dam built?

Colebrook River Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.