Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike

GREAT BROOK· Middlesex, Connecticut· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 29.6% in CT)
Dam Length840 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Surface Area76 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDCT01531

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 1, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEEP

Ownership

Connecticut Water Company

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike?

Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike?

Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike is owned by Connecticut Water Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike?

Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike 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 Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike?

Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike has a dam height of 10 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 Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike last inspected?

Turkey Hill Reservoir Dam & Dike was last inspected on October 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.