Southington Reservoir #3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Southington Reservoir #3 Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 84.4% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | CT01638 |
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
Town of Southington
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Southington Reservoir #3 Dam?
Southington Reservoir #3 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 Southington Reservoir #3 Dam?
Southington Reservoir #3 Dam is owned by Town of Southington (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Southington Reservoir #3 Dam?
Southington Reservoir #3 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 Southington Reservoir #3 Dam?
Southington Reservoir #3 Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Southington Reservoir #3 Dam last inspected?
Southington Reservoir #3 Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.