Hartford Reservoir #6 South Dam & Dike
Hartford Reservoir #6 South Dam & Dike is a dam located in Hartford County, Connecticut, built in 1895. It carries a High hazard potential classification and has a fair condition assessment.
About Hartford Reservoir #6 South Dam & Dike
The primary purpose of Hartford Reservoir #6 South Dam & Dike is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Metropolitan District Commission (public utility).
The dam stands 14 feet tall and stretches 550 feet across. Completed in 1895, the structure is over a century old.
This dam carries a high hazard potential classification, which means that a failure or uncontrolled release of water would likely cause loss of human life. This classification reflects the consequences of failure, not the likelihood — it indicates that people live or work in the area downstream. Its condition is rated fair — the dam has minor deficiencies that are being addressed or do not pose an immediate safety threat. Notably, no emergency action plan is currently on file for this high-hazard dam. The most recent inspection on record was 08/13/2024.
Living Downstream
If you live or work downstream of this dam, consider taking these steps: learn your local evacuation routes, check whether your county emergency management office has a dam failure inundation map, and sign up for local emergency alerts. The Connecticut dam safety program can provide more specific information about emergency planning for this structure.
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Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Hartford |
| Coordinates | 41.79362, -72.78408 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Metropolitan District Commission |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 08/13/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | CT00005 |
| Federal ID | CT00005S02 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |