Calkinstown Reservoir Dam is an earth dam located in Litchfield County, Connecticut. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 15 ft15 ft tall. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic embankment section and the water level is illustrative.
About Calkinstown Reservoir Dam
The primary purpose of Calkinstown Reservoir Dam 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 Town of Sharon (local government).
The dam stands 15 feet tall, and creates a reservoir covering 0 acres.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 03/23/2020.
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Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Litchfield |
| Coordinates | 41.88278, -73.45559 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Town of Sharon |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Last Inspection | 03/23/2020 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | CT01872 |
| Federal ID | CT01872 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |