Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1894 and is 132 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 | 35 ft (taller than 91.3% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 670 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1894 (132 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1983 |
| NID ID | CT00162 |
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
City of New Britain
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam?
Shuttle Meadow 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 Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam?
Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam is owned by City of New Britain (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam built?
Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam was completed in 1894, making it 132 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 Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam?
Shuttle Meadow 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 Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam?
Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Shuttle Meadow Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.