Wasel Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Wasel Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 80 ft (taller than 98.3% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 103 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00260 |
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 Wasel Reservoir Dam?
Wasel 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 Wasel Reservoir Dam?
Wasel 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 Wasel Reservoir Dam built?
Wasel Reservoir Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Wasel Reservoir Dam?
Wasel 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 Wasel Reservoir Dam?
Wasel Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 80 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 Wasel Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Wasel Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.