Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 96.1% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 141 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00096 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Aquarion Water Company of Connecticut
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam?
Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam?
Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam is owned by Aquarion Water Company of Connecticut (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam built?
Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam?
Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam?
Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 50 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Reuben Hart Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.